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R514 DVX

1998 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,080 mi
Last recorded45,080 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2017
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR514 DVX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Dec 2017 45,080 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 44,079 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 42,943 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 41,870 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 8 Jan 2015 41,870 miles

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

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 40,898 miles

Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 24 Jan 2013 39,867 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 39,867 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 38,334 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 36,815 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 34,749 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 33,684 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 32,512 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 30,992 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 29,464 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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R514 DVX is a 1998 Renault Clio in Green 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 R514 DVX, 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

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What year was R514 DVX registered?

R514 DVX is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is R514 DVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R514 DVX 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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