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R451 LTF

1998 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

153,626 mi
Last recorded153,626 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2015
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR451 LTF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2015 153,626 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 148,111 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 144,782 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 18 Oct 2013 144,776 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2012 140,420 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

vehicle corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2011 133,928 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 129,233 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 12,394 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2008 114,424 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008 114,424 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2007 96,852 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 76,604 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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R451 LTF is a 1998 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R451 LTF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R451 LTF registered?

R451 LTF is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 17 February 1998.

Is R451 LTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R451 LTF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R451 LTF have outstanding finance?

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