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R461 YLK

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

81,020 mi
Last recorded81,020 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR461 YLK
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2018 81,020 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 79,460 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 78,110 miles

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

engine overheating

Pass 2 Mar 2015 78,659 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 73,659 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 69,795 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 69,795 miles

Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 65,303 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 61,507 miles

front brake pads worn unable to view fully

Fail 21 Feb 2011 58,631 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 58,631 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 52,315 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 52,315 miles

Centre Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Fail 11 Feb 2010 52,286 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 48,413 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 45,101 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 43,062 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 39,660 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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R461 YLK is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 R461 YLK, 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 R461 YLK registered?

R461 YLK is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R461 YLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R461 YLK shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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