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R498 VLA

1998 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

101,730 mi
Last recorded101,730 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2006
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR498 VLA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2006 101,730 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 101,730 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

air bag warning lamp staying on

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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R498 VLA is a 1998 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R498 VLA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R498 VLA?

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What year was R498 VLA registered?

R498 VLA is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 4 March 1998.

Is R498 VLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R498 VLA shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R498 VLA have outstanding finance?

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