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R705 URM

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,311 mi
Last recorded98,311 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR705 URM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2015 98,311 miles

o/s front sill corroded but not structual

Pass 9 Apr 2014 95,898 miles

nearside front outer cv gaiter loose

offside outer sill at front corroded but outside prescribed area

Fail 7 Apr 2014 95,893 miles

Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

nearside front outer cv gaiter loose

offside outer sill at front corroded but outside prescribed area

Pass 11 Apr 2013 94,319 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

front sub-frame/cross member slightly corroded

nearside outersill slightly corroded in several places

offside headlamp aim on lower limit

offside rear chassis rail slightly corroded

Pass 9 May 2012 92,340 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 71,675 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 67,349 miles

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)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 63,191 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 58,428 miles

Spare tyre defective

Fail 16 Oct 2008 58,428 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 19 Oct 2007 53,295 miles

N/S/R wheel bearing noisy

Fail 19 Oct 2007 53,289 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

N/S/R wheel bearing noisy

both wiper blades split

Pass 20 Oct 2006 49,443 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Inner Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Rear Lower Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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R705 URM is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R705 URM, 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 R705 URM registered?

R705 URM is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is R705 URM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R705 URM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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