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R618 JWC

1998 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

116,654 mi
Last recorded116,654 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR618 JWC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2019 116,654 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2019 116,654 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2017 115,168 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2017 115,168 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 112,715 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 108,923 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 105,618 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 105,618 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 22 Jul 2013 101,866 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 101,866 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 99,133 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 99,133 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jul 2011 95,778 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 91,175 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2009 87,068 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 82,796 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 77,621 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 71,760 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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R618 JWC is a 1998 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 R618 JWC, 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 R618 JWC registered?

R618 JWC is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R618 JWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R618 JWC shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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