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R43 FWC

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

77,255 mi
Last recorded77,255 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2017
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR43 FWC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2017 77,255 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion and subframe (6.1.B.2)

Fail 11 Jan 2017 77,253 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc clip broken advise clean off grease (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion and subframe (6.1.B.2)

Fail 19 Dec 2016 77,249 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened excessively corroded and pitted (3.5.1i)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wheel arch area marked in yellow x2 (6.1.B.2)

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. advise check brakes (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 70,329 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 64,990 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 62,519 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 60,805 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 11 Aug 2010 60,805 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Aug 2009 59,122 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 57,399 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 57,399 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 55,881 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 54,134 miles

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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R43 FWC is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R43 FWC, 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 R43 FWC registered?

R43 FWC is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 February 1998.

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The MOT history for R43 FWC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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