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R585 SUT

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,042 mi
Last recorded62,042 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR585 SUT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2015 62,042 miles

Offside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2014 59,965 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 58,566 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 57,394 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

drives seat damaged

Pass 2 Jun 2011 54,851 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

offside front and nearside front brake discs deteriorated.

Fail 2 Jun 2011 54,849 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

offside front and nearside front brake discs deteriorated.

Fail 11 Jun 2010 52,728 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2010 52,728 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 May 2009 50,143 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 50,143 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2008 47,602 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2007 45,270 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 22 May 2007 45,270 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 39,498 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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R585 SUT is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R585 SUT, 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 R585 SUT registered?

R585 SUT is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 February 1998.

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