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R54 YRV

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2013
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

148,547 mi
Last recorded148,547 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2012
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR54 YRV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2012 148,547 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 148,547 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) or their associated mountings locking device insecure (3.1.4b)

n/s/r light unit broken

Pass 30 Sep 2011 146,390 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 26 Sep 2011 146,290 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 143,847 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 30 Sep 2010 143,620 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 138,158 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 138,158 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Jul 2008 133,389 miles

ADV ISE NEAR SIDE REAR LAMP LENS COVER HOLED REAR WIP[ER BROKEN

Fail 27 Jun 2008 133,366 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

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

ADV ISE NEAR SIDE REAR LAMP LENS COVER HOLED REAR WIP[ER BROKEN

Pass 29 Jun 2007 129,070 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 129,070 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 117,505 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 102,808 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2005 102,808 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

front brake discs corroded.exhaust system corroded,rear box heavily corroded and perforated.

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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R54 YRV is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R54 YRV, 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 R54 YRV registered?

R54 YRV is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 18 June 1998.

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