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R364 TJM

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2015
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

93,887 mi
Last recorded93,887 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2014
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR364 TJM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2014 93,887 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 93,887 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2013 85,043 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

centre stoplamp 50% not illuminating[bulb not working]

exhaust system mountings deteriorated

long parking brake lever travel

nearside & offside front tyres bald on inner edges

vehicle inspected wet

Fail 11 Apr 2013 85,043 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

centre stoplamp 50% not illuminating[bulb not working]

exhaust system mountings deteriorated

long parking brake lever travel

nearside & offside front tyres bald on inner edges

vehicle inspected wet

Pass 17 Apr 2012 76,124 miles

dampness arround nearside rear brake back plate

movemnet in drivers seat

Fail 16 Apr 2012 76,124 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

dampness arround nearside rear brake back plate

movemnet in drivers seat

Pass 14 Apr 2011 68,308 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

movement in offside front seat

nearside front tyre worn on edges

Fail 14 Apr 2011 68,308 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

movement in offside front seat

nearside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 16 Apr 2010 58,461 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 58,461 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Chips In Windscreen

Engine Oil Leaks

Nearside Front Shock Absorber Damp

Nearside Steering Rack Gaitor Perishing

Slight Movement In Offside Front Top Shock Absorber Mounting

Pass 14 Apr 2009 52,405 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 52,405 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Slight Engine Oil Leaks

Pass 25 Mar 2008 46,773 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 46,773 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

High rear brake imbalance evident 32% recorded

Nearside and offside front antiroll bar drop link bushes in poor condition

Play in nearside and offside front seat frames

Pass 5 Apr 2007 41,918 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 41,916 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 36,785 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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R364 TJM is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 R364 TJM, 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 R364 TJM registered?

R364 TJM is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R364 TJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R364 TJM shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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