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R589 AET

1998 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,005 mi
Last recorded75,005 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2008
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR589 AET
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2008 75,005 miles

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

both front shock absorbers slightly damp

n/s/f brake flexi slightly perished

o/s/f c/v boot perished

Pass 4 Jul 2007 61,801 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 61,801 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

slight leak from near side front susp leg

slight leak from off side front susp leg

Pass 19 Jun 2006 53,362 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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R589 AET is a 1998 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,390cc 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 R589 AET, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R589 AET?

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What year was R589 AET registered?

R589 AET is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R589 AET safe to buy?

The MOT history for R589 AET 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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