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R714 FKP

1998 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

123,989 mi
Last recorded123,989 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR714 FKP
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2015 123,989 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 116,934 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 116,924 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 8 May 2013 106,518 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 101,966 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 99,214 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 99,212 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Apr 2010 94,566 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 87,488 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 87,488 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2008 79,915 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 72,854 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 61,509 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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R714 FKP is a 1998 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,390cc 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 R714 FKP, 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 R714 FKP registered?

R714 FKP is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 20 June 1998.

Is R714 FKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R714 FKP 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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