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R418 VWP

1998 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,906 mi
Last recorded84,906 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2010
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR418 VWP
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2010 84,906 miles

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

n/s and o/s headlamp lenses "fogged"

Fail 20 Dec 2010 84,901 miles

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

n/s and o/s headlamp lenses "fogged"

Pass 22 Dec 2009 78,444 miles

dampness on steering rack

n/s and o/s headlamp lenses "crazed"

Fail 21 Dec 2009 78,437 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

dampness on steering rack

n/s and o/s headlamp lenses "crazed"

Pass 16 Dec 2008 69,287 miles

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

Rear number plate showing signs of deterioration

Pass 11 Dec 2007 57,625 miles

both rear tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 22 Dec 2006 51,125 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2005 47,455 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2005 47,409 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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R418 VWP is a 1998 Renault Clio in White with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R418 VWP, 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 R418 VWP registered?

R418 VWP is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R418 VWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R418 VWP shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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