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R531 NFX

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

30,425 mi
Last recorded30,425 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR531 NFX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2016 30,425 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 29,710 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 28,061 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 26,083 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 24,436 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 24,435 miles

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

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 22,538 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 21,662 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 21,186 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 21,186 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs corroded

Pass 28 Jan 2008 19,885 miles

both o/s door locks sticking.

n/s & rear wiper blades split at ends.

Pass 29 Jan 2007 18,971 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 17,962 miles

front indicators showing a slightly white light

Fail 30 Jan 2006 17,952 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

front indicators showing slightly white light

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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R531 NFX is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R531 NFX, 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 R531 NFX registered?

R531 NFX is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 10 February 1998.

Is R531 NFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R531 NFX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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