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R573 ERL

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

134,802 mi
Last recorded134,802 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR573 ERL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2009 134,802 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 134,802 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

n/s/r wheel arch corroded

o/s wing mirror damaged

Pass 2 Jun 2008 124,500 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 124,500 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 113,146 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 113,146 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 100,327 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2005 85,540 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 ERL 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 R573 ERL, 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 ERL registered?

R573 ERL is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 12 February 1998.

Is R573 ERL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R573 ERL shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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