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R591 FMY

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,791 mi
Last recorded34,791 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR591 FMY
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2024 34,791 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and various suspension and brake components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 34,781 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and various suspension and brake components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 34,766 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 34,761 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 34,612 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 34,223 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 33,744 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 33,162 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 32,642 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 32,116 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 31,505 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 30,886 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 30,181 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 30,181 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 29,341 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 28,842 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 28,585 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 28,584 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 27,871 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 27,321 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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R591 FMY is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R591 FMY, 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 R591 FMY registered?

R591 FMY is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R591 FMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R591 FMY shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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