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R639 NFT

1998 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,318 mi
Last recorded87,318 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2008
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR639 NFT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2008 87,318 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 1 Jan 2008 87,318 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2006 84,055 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2006 84,055 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Dec 2005 73,721 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2005 73,721 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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R639 NFT is a 1998 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R639 NFT, 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

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What year was R639 NFT registered?

R639 NFT is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 January 1998.

Is R639 NFT safe to buy?

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