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R487 GEG

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

39,649 mi
Last recorded39,649 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR487 GEG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Nov 2017 39,649 miles

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

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 38,386 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 38,003 miles

See seperate advisory sheet

Pass 11 Apr 2014 37,463 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 37,463 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)

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Pass 9 Apr 2013 36,823 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 36,823 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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Pass 12 Apr 2012 36,110 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 35,260 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 34,537 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 33,555 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 33,555 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 32,652 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 31,766 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 30,646 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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R487 GEG is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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.

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What year was R487 GEG registered?

R487 GEG is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 13 February 1998.

Is R487 GEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R487 GEG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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