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R587 VUX

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,914 mi
Last recorded42,914 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR587 VUX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2014 42,914 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

nsr /osr brake pipes corroding

osf ball joint covers perished

Fail 7 Jun 2013 36,377 miles

1.corrosion on brake pipes/ferrules/components. 2.n/s front damper slightly damp. 3.slight play in o/s track rod end.(advise replacement) 4.n/s cv boot starting to perrish.

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 36,377 miles

1.corrosion on brake pipes/ferrules/components. 2.n/s front damper slightly damp. 3.slight play in o/s track rod end.(advise replacement) 4.n/s cv boot starting to perrish.

Pass 7 Jun 2012 35,411 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 34,694 miles

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

both front brake discs corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2010 33,894 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 33,894 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 32,728 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 32,728 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 31,481 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 30,290 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 28,858 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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R587 VUX is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VUX, 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 VUX registered?

R587 VUX is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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The MOT history for R587 VUX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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