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R516 VLA

1998 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

55,042 mi
Last recorded55,042 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2009
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR516 VLA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2009 55,042 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 55,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 49,268 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 49,268 miles

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

o/s/f tyre on 2mm

Pass 10 Feb 2007 41,101 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2006 34,802 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 14 Feb 2006 34,802 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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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R516 VLA is a 1998 Renault Clio in White with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R516 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 R516 VLA?

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What year was R516 VLA registered?

R516 VLA is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R516 VLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R516 VLA shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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