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R587 VLA

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,557 mi
Last recorded66,557 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2008
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR587 VLA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2008 66,557 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 66,386 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

engine / gearbox oil leaks

offside and nearside front wipers split on ends

slight play in offside steering rack inner joint

Pass 23 Jul 2007 60,440 miles

exhaust corroded, has been repaired

offside front outer cv boot is starting to leak

slight engine / gearbox oil leaks

slight play in steering rack

Pass 28 Jul 2006 54,775 miles

front brake pad linings look low

front sidelights are bright

offside and nearside front shock absorbers are leaking, borderline pass

offside front brake hose slightly twisted

play in front top strutt mounts

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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R587 VLA is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R587 VLA, 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 R587 VLA registered?

R587 VLA is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 26 March 1998.

Is R587 VLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R587 VLA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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