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R522 BRJ

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,694 mi
Last recorded73,694 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2013
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR522 BRJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2013 73,694 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 68,718 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Offside Inner Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 28 Feb 2012 68,718 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Offside Inner Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 66,708 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 May 2010 65,937 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 65,937 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

Pass 20 May 2009 64,869 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2008 63,610 miles

oil leak

rear brakes squealing

rear gearbox mounting worn

Fail 22 May 2008 63,609 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0) DANGEROUS

oil leak

rear gearbox mounting worn

water leak

Pass 17 May 2007 59,768 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 53,481 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 53,481 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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R522 BRJ is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R522 BRJ, 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 R522 BRJ registered?

R522 BRJ is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R522 BRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R522 BRJ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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