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R481 GEG

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR481 GEG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2010

Low service brake effort o/s/r

Fail 22 Mar 2010 84,692 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Low service brake effort o/s/r

Pass 9 Mar 2009 81,861 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Protective cover prevents full inspection of brake pipes centre to rear

o/s and n/s chassis in engine bay corroded

Pass 7 Mar 2008 78,785 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 74,036 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

near side front brake rubbing slightly

Pass 8 Mar 2006 69,690 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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R481 GEG is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R481 GEG, 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 R481 GEG?

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What year was R481 GEG registered?

R481 GEG is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 5 February 1998.

Is R481 GEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R481 GEG shows 6 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.

Does R481 GEG have outstanding finance?

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