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R489 GKO

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

55,697 mi
Last recorded55,697 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2012
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR489 GKO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2012 55,697 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 53,517 miles

front brake discs rusted

Pass 1 Feb 2010 47,281 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 47,281 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2009 42,038 miles

o/s rear wheel bearing slight roughness

parking brake has travel

Pass 23 Jan 2008 33,680 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 33,680 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2007 30,969 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 30,969 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

n/s/r tyre has cracks forming around sidewall.

Pass 24 Feb 2006 28,633 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 28,633 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

near side door mirror loose

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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R489 GKO is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 R489 GKO, 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 R489 GKO registered?

R489 GKO is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R489 GKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R489 GKO shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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