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R483 XUD

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

157,456 mi
Last recorded157,456 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR483 XUD
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2016 157,456 miles

exhaust knocking floor

Pass 3 Aug 2015 145,481 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 131,554 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 131,537 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/r brake requires attention

Pass 28 Aug 2013 122,905 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 110,135 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 110,135 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 103,143 miles

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

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

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

nearside front disc rusty

Fail 14 Nov 2011 103,143 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

nearside front disc rusty

Pass 15 Nov 2010 100,697 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 98,743 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 98,743 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 93,394 miles

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

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

all 4 tyres very close to limit only just passed MOT !!!!!!!!!!!

Pass 29 Nov 2007 84,283 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 77,161 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 69,075 miles

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

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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R483 XUD is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R483 XUD, 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 R483 XUD registered?

R483 XUD is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 22 January 1998.

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