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R502 EBJ

1998 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,788 mi
Last recorded25,788 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2013
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR502 EBJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2013 25,788 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 25,788 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 16,694 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 11,087 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 10,301 miles

front tyres cracked on side walls

Pass 16 Mar 2009 10,128 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 9,883 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 9,752 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 9,752 miles

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 9,675 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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R502 EBJ is a 1998 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 R502 EBJ, 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 R502 EBJ registered?

R502 EBJ is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 February 1998.

Is R502 EBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R502 EBJ shows 10 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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