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R643 LCD

1998 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

112,324 mi
Last recorded112,324 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR643 LCD
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2015 112,324 miles

Front windscreen minor damage in zone A.Both front brake discs slightly pitted.Both rear axle bushes slight play.Both front tyres inner edge slightly worn.Nearside rear coil spring slightly corroded.Exhaust system minor leak of gases.

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Oil leak.Brake pedal rubber slightly worn.Handbrake lver has little reserve travel.Both outer sills slightly corroded.Both front in door area slightly corroded.

Fail 22 Apr 2015 112,324 miles

Front windscreen minor damage in zone A.Both front brake discs slightly pitted.Both rear axle bushes slight play.Both front tyres inner edge slightly worn.Nearside rear coil spring slightly corroded.Exhaust system minor leak of gases.

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front brake disc insecure (3.5.1i)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Oil leak.Brake pedal rubber slightly worn.Handbrake lver has little reserve travel.Both outer sills slightly corroded.Both front in door area slightly corroded.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 109,037 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 104,941 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 97,803 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 91,733 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 91,722 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 85,704 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 80,048 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 80,048 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 74,278 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 70,078 miles

exhaust centre bracket straped up

Fail 4 Jul 2007 70,078 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

exhaust centre bracket straped up

Pass 24 Jun 2006 65,267 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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R643 LCD is a 1998 Renault Clio in White with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R643 LCD, 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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R643 LCD is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 21 July 1998.

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