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R456 JEU

1998 Renault Clio

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

100,822 mi
Last recorded100,822 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2012
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR456 JEU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2012 100,822 miles

advise exhaust system minor leak of gases

advise front antiroll bar drop link bushes splitting

Pass 17 Jan 2011 91,690 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 81,442 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 73,403 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 72,492 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 70,494 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 70,494 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 68,091 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 68,091 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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R456 JEU is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R456 JEU, 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

How do I check the history of R456 JEU?

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What year was R456 JEU registered?

R456 JEU is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R456 JEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R456 JEU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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