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R715 KWT

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2014
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,375 mi
Last recorded49,375 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2013
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR715 KWT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2013 49,375 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 47,685 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 44,500 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 34,997 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 25,170 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 25,103 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 22,169 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 22,169 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 20,556 miles

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 20 Oct 2006 20,556 miles

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

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Oct 2005 19,589 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 19,589 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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R715 KWT is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R715 KWT, 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 R715 KWT registered?

R715 KWT is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R715 KWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R715 KWT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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