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R458 VAK

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,095 mi
Last recorded40,095 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2020
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR458 VAK
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2020 40,095 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2020 40,095 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 34,919 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 34,652 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 34,301 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 33,877 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 33,875 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 33,016 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 31,118 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 29,674 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 28,036 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 26,000 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Apr 2010 24,198 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 22,157 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 20,413 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 18,375 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 16,420 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2006 16,420 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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R458 VAK is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 R458 VAK, 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 R458 VAK registered?

R458 VAK is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 January 1998.

Is R458 VAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R458 VAK shows 18 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.

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