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R657 JPF

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

42,523 mi
Last recorded42,523 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR657 JPF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2014 42,523 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 36,766 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 307,774 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 28,362 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 25,318 miles

both rear tyres starting to go out of shape,n/s worse

Pass 4 Mar 2009 23,220 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 22,148 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 22,148 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 20,463 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 6 Mar 2006 18,627 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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R657 JPF is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 R657 JPF, 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 R657 JPF registered?

R657 JPF is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 9 March 1998.

Is R657 JPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R657 JPF shows 10 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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