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R487 DKP

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

79,665 mi
Last recorded79,665 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2013
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR487 DKP
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2013 79,665 miles

offside front tyre slight damage to outer side wall

slight play in offside front antiroll bar drop link

Fail 9 Nov 2013 79,638 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 76,679 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 74,762 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 74,762 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 72,386 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 68,965 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 68,965 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 66,287 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 66,287 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 63,702 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 60,245 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 56,977 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2005 56,977 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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R487 DKP is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 R487 DKP, 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 R487 DKP registered?

R487 DKP is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 20 June 1998.

Is R487 DKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R487 DKP shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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