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R391 AMX

1998 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

82,950 mi
Last recorded82,950 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR391 AMX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 9 Nov 2015 82,950 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear childs seat fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2014 81,075 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

NOTE; N/S/R TYRE OUTER WALL DETERIATED.

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

Fail 24 Oct 2014 81,075 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

NOTE; N/S/R TYRE OUTER WALL DETERIATED.

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 79,748 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 78,129 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 76,434 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 26 Oct 2011 76,434 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 76,423 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Aug 2009 76,423 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 70,528 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 65,851 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2007 65,851 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2006 61,040 miles

Wiper blades split slightly at ends.

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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R391 AMX is a 1998 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 R391 AMX, 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 R391 AMX registered?

R391 AMX is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 8 January 1998.

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