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R593 EBW

1998 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

106,492 mi
Last recorded106,492 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2011
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR593 EBW
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2011 106,492 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front disces rusted on inner edge

Pass 31 Mar 2011 106,492 miles

both front disces rusted on inner edge

Pass 25 Mar 2010 103,731 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front number plate in poor condition

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Spare tyre defective

Fail 25 Mar 2010 103,731 miles

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

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front number plate in poor condition

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 23 Apr 2009 101,838 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 98,840 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 98,840 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

O/S/Front tyre has nail in tread - pressure low

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 88,674 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 76,753 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 76,753 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front indicator bulbs slightly faded

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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R593 EBW is a 1998 Renault Clio in White with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R593 EBW, 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 R593 EBW registered?

R593 EBW is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 9 April 1998.

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