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R58 RTN

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111,337 mi
Last recorded111,337 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR58 RTN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2011 111,337 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2011 111,337 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 103,169 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 103,104 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2009 99,489 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 90,982 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 90,966 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2007 81,501 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 73,209 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

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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R58 RTN is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 R58 RTN, 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 R58 RTN registered?

R58 RTN is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R58 RTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R58 RTN shows 9 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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