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R529 GNK

1998 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

53,033 mi
Last recorded53,033 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2014
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR529 GNK
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2014 53,033 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside sill is corroded but not holed

offside sill is corroded but not holed

Fail 10 Apr 2014 53,033 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

nearside sill is corroded but not holed

offside sill is corroded but not holed

Pass 10 Apr 2013 52,215 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside sill slightly corroded

Pass 13 Apr 2012 51,274 miles

nearside outer sill slight corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2011 49,897 miles

offside front and nearside front and nearside rear tyres have age cracks but not showing cords

Fail 12 Apr 2011 49,897 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

offside front and nearside front and nearside rear tyres have age cracks but not showing cords

Pass 1 Apr 2010 48,465 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 47,052 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 47,052 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 43,988 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 41,342 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 38,778 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 38,778 miles

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

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

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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R529 GNK is a 1998 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R529 GNK, 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 R529 GNK registered?

R529 GNK is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 April 1998.

Is R529 GNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R529 GNK shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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