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R504 KGP

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

115,420 mi
Last recorded115,420 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2023
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR504 KGP
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2023 115,420 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 114,477 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 113,125 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2021 113,124 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced no beam image (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced no beam image (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 110,148 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 106,042 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 21 Jun 2018 106,042 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 104,187 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 101,823 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

Fail 4 Jul 2016 101,758 miles

Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 100,276 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 99,219 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2013 97,532 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 May 2012 92,653 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 91,677 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 5 Apr 2011 91,671 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 90,176 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 88,133 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 88,129 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 85,610 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 82,466 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 72,195 miles

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Fail 24 Apr 2006 72,195 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

front wipers split but clear windscreen

rear wiper split

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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R504 KGP is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 R504 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 R504 KGP registered?

R504 KGP is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is R504 KGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R504 KGP shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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