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R454 YCR

1998 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,028 mi
Last recorded52,028 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2009
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR454 YCR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2009 52,028 miles

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 11 Feb 2009 52,026 miles

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

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

brake warning wirs broken

Pass 24 Jan 2008 46,482 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside driveshaft; inner boot damp

Offside front, nearside front, & offside rear chassis rails corroding

Fail 24 Jan 2008 46,478 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

All wiper blades split at ends

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside driveshaft; inner boot damp

Nearside rear light lens incorrectly fitted

Offside front, nearside front, & offside rear chassis rails corroding

Pass 14 Feb 2007 41,348 miles

handbrake travel long

Pass 15 Feb 2006 36,627 miles

air bag warning lamp staying on

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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R454 YCR is a 1998 Renault Clio in White with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R454 YCR, 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 R454 YCR registered?

R454 YCR is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 12 January 1998.

Is R454 YCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R454 YCR shows 6 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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