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R457 NEP

1998 Renault Clio

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,212 mi
Last recorded104,212 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2012
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR457 NEP
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2012 104,212 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 96,012 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 96,007 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2010 86,756 miles

power steering fluide over filled.

Fail 12 Nov 2010 86,756 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

power steering fluide over filled.

Pass 12 Nov 2009 78,159 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 78,159 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 70,302 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 70,302 miles

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) or their associated mountings locking device insecure (3.1.4b)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 62,767 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 54,753 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 47,758 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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R457 NEP is a 1998 Renault Clio in Yellow with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R457 NEP, 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 R457 NEP registered?

R457 NEP is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is R457 NEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R457 NEP shows 12 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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