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R573 DVR

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

81,405 mi
Last recorded81,405 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2008
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR573 DVR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2008 81,405 miles

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

Oil leak

o/s sill corr/weak

Fail 19 Nov 2008 81,405 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Oil leak

o/s sill corr/weak

Pass 22 Nov 2007 71,158 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 71,158 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 61,120 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 61,056 miles

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

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

spare wheel missing.

Pass 10 Jun 2006 117,398 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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R573 DVR is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue 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 R573 DVR, 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 R573 DVR registered?

R573 DVR is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 20 June 1998.

Is R573 DVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R573 DVR 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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