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R693 FUG

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

127,152 mi
Last recorded127,152 miles
Recorded on22 May 2009
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR693 FUG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2009 127,152 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

damage to rear bumper offside rear

Fail 22 May 2009 127,152 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

damage to rear bumper offside rear

Pass 12 May 2008 122,782 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 12 May 2008 122,782 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 1 May 2007 116,802 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 107,806 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 107,793 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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R693 FUG is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R693 FUG, 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 R693 FUG registered?

R693 FUG is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 2 January 1998.

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