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R552 BBP

1998 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

45,435 mi
Last recorded45,435 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2009
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR552 BBP
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2009 45,435 miles

number plates in poor condition.

suspension lowered and wings close to tyres but not fouling.

Fail 9 Nov 2009 45,435 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

number plates in poor condition.

suspension lowered and wings close to tyres but not fouling.

Pass 20 Aug 2008 45,120 miles

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

air bag light on

both no.plates fading

damage to n/s/f tyre sidewall

front brake dics in poor condition

n/s/r wheel rim damaged

Fail 20 Aug 2008 45,120 miles

damage to n/s/f tyre sidewall

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

air bag light on

both no.plates fading

front brake dics in poor condition

n/s/r wheel rim damaged

Pass 6 Mar 2007 38,112 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Mar 2007 38,112 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 22,141 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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R552 BBP is a 1998 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R552 BBP, 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 R552 BBP registered?

R552 BBP is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 6 March 1998.

Is R552 BBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R552 BBP shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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