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R663 VLA

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,700 mi
Last recorded94,700 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2010
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR663 VLA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2010 94,700 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 94,700 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 93,210 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 93,210 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 87,928 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 82,018 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 70,490 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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R663 VLA is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 R663 VLA, 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 R663 VLA registered?

R663 VLA is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 3 July 1998.

Is R663 VLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R663 VLA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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