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R698 JPN

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

116,020 mi
Last recorded116,020 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2009
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR698 JPN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Oct 2009 116,020 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Pass 30 May 2008 102,050 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 30 May 2007 92,228 miles

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Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 May 2007 91,986 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Air bag light on

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Heavy oil leak covering o/s of engine and suspension.

N/S & O/S/F anti roll end link bushes in poor condition.

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

Pass 26 May 2006 80,068 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 80,068 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

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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R698 JPN is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R698 JPN, 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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R698 JPN is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 May 1998.

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