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R416 FGV

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,343 mi
Last recorded62,343 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2011
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR416 FGV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2011 62,343 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 61,768 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 59,214 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 58,381 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 17 Nov 2008 58,381 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 56,885 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 55,901 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 52,224 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake pads getting low

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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R416 FGV is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 R416 FGV, 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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How do I check the history of R416 FGV?

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What year was R416 FGV registered?

R416 FGV is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R416 FGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R416 FGV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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