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R657 RJH

1998 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,553 mi
Last recorded57,553 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR657 RJH
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2023 57,553 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2023 57,553 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 57,299 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 56,695 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 56,232 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 55,626 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 54,429 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 53,247 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 51,980 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

o/s/r sill corrosion

Pass 26 Aug 2015 50,641 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 49,360 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 47,553 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 46,322 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 43,787 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r lens damaged no white light showing

Fail 24 Jun 2011 43,787 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/r lens damaged no white light showing

Pass 27 May 2010 39,334 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 37,211 miles

nearside rear light lens damaged

Pass 16 Jun 2008 34,310 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 31,191 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 28,542 miles

Offside Inner Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

spare sidewall split

Pass 23 Jun 2006 28,542 miles

spare sidewall split

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 RJH is a 1998 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RJH, 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 RJH registered?

R657 RJH is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 18 June 1998.

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The MOT history for R657 RJH shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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