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R359 YOM

1998 Renault Clio

Yellow Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2015
Tests15 (7 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate46.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR359 YOM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

7 pass 8 fail
Fail 19 Dec 2014

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

front numberplate damaged

rear exhaust bracket loose

Pass 6 Jan 2014 130,838 miles

ODOMETER NOT ILLUMINATED ON DASH

Fail 27 Dec 2013 130,838 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

ODOMETER NOT ILLUMINATED ON DASH

Pass 8 Dec 2012 130,396 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 130,373 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 4 May 2011 126,409 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 126,380 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Fail 2 Mar 2009

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2009
Pass 7 Mar 2008 105,577 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 105,577 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 99,681 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 99,675 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Dec 2005 86,720 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

advise all exhaust clamps very rusty

advise oil leak around back of engine

advise rear exhaust rubber perished

advise signs of staining around fuel tank

advise slight play in n/s+ o/s steering rack joint

Fail 22 Dec 2005 86,720 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

advise all exhaust clamps very rusty

advise oil leak around back of engine

advise rear exhaust rubber perished

advise signs of staining around fuel tank

advise slight play in n/s+ o/s steering rack joint

How Reliable is the Renault Clio?

Based on 14,729,048 MOT tests across 1,134,954 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
5,436
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,134,954
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 660,730
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 412,067
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 387,794
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 323,634
position lamp(s) not working 317,331
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R359 YOM is a 1998 Renault Clio in Yellow with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.7%.

Across all 1998 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 73,645 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Renault Clio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 660,730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R359 YOM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Clio typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Renault Clio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R359 YOM registered?

R359 YOM is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R359 YOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R359 YOM shows 15 tests with a 46.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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