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R422 GCV

1998 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

82,293 mi
Last recorded82,293 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2012
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR422 GCV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2012 82,293 miles

all brake pipes heavily greased

all tyres heavily perished no cords exposed

child seat fitted

engine oil leak

offside front shock has a light misting of oil

slight play nearside front wheel bearing

two exhaust mounts broken not effecting support of exhaust

Fail 29 May 2012 81,343 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all brake pipes heavily greased

all tyres heavily perished no cords exposed

child seat fitted

engine oil leak

front indicators slightly discoloured

offside front shock has a light misting of oil

slight play nearside front wheel bearing

two exhaust mounts broken not effecting support of exhaust

Pass 4 May 2011 63,671 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 63,569 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 59,684 miles

both front tyres getting worn

nearside rear tyre getting worn

offside front wheel bearing getting noisy

Pass 21 Apr 2009 57,428 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 54,799 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 52,542 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 52,542 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 49,912 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 49,912 miles

Offside Inner Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

rear wheel bearing slight noise

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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R422 GCV is a 1998 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 R422 GCV, 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 R422 GCV registered?

R422 GCV is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R422 GCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R422 GCV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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