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R375 GFM

1998 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

53,299 mi
Last recorded53,299 miles
Recorded on16 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR375 GFM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2013 53,299 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 May 2012 49,239 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2011 4,359 miles

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

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

offside rear wheel bearing noisy when rotated

Fail 28 May 2011 43,596 miles

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

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside rear wheel bearing noisy when rotated

Pass 26 May 2010 36,938 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 31,095 miles

Windscreen wipers do not self park

Fail 26 May 2009 31,095 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wipers do not self park

Pass 30 May 2008 29,655 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 28,147 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 26,329 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 25,216 miles

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

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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R375 GFM is a 1998 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R375 GFM, 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 R375 GFM registered?

R375 GFM is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is R375 GFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R375 GFM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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