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R409 GTW

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

109,323 mi
Last recorded109,323 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2014
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR409 GTW
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2014 109,323 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2013 104,896 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Oct 2013 104,895 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2012 101,084 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 30 Oct 2012 101,083 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 7 Nov 2011 98,334 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2010 95,529 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 95,529 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 91,641 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 5 Nov 2008 87,771 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 84,992 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 84,992 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 82,536 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 82,536 miles

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

advice n/s door mirror

Fail 29 Jun 2006 82,528 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

advice n/s door mirror

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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R409 GTW is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R409 GTW, 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 R409 GTW registered?

R409 GTW is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 23 April 1998.

Is R409 GTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R409 GTW shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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