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R497 KGP

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,455 mi
Last recorded91,455 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR497 KGP
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 91,455 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 70,690 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 70,690 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working Rear (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 57,995 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 47,310 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 45,311 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 43,850 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2012 43,850 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 12,122 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 39,661 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 38,253 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 38,253 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 35,428 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2007 33,314 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 31,570 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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R497 KGP is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R497 KGP, 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 R497 KGP registered?

R497 KGP is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 18 June 1998.

Is R497 KGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R497 KGP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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