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R519 HJN

1998 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,741 mi
Last recorded16,741 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR519 HJN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 16,741 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 11,472 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 7,979 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 6,450 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 6,449 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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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R519 HJN is a 1998 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R519 HJN, 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 R519 HJN registered?

R519 HJN is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 22 June 1998.

Is R519 HJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R519 HJN shows 5 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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