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R543 KGB

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

91,614 mi
Last recorded91,614 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2010
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR543 KGB
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2010 91,614 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 91,614 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

both rear wheel bearings slightly noisy

front engine cradle corroded

front screen damaged slightly by old wipers

nearside front wing damaged

Pass 4 Jun 2009 81,228 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 81,228 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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)

both rear wheel bearings starting to get noisy

front panel starting to corrode

nearside front caliper little insecure

nearside front wing slightly damaged

nearside inner door handle missing but door still opens

no oil in engine put 2.1 litres in to carry out test

Pass 4 Jun 2008 75,662 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front engine cradle corroded

gear linkages worn

Pass 18 May 2007 66,630 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 66,630 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 May 2006 55,798 miles

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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R543 KGB is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R543 KGB, 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 R543 KGB registered?

R543 KGB is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 8 June 1998.

Is R543 KGB safe to buy?

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