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R720 OAN

1998 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

57,183 mi
Last recorded57,183 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR720 OAN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2015 57,183 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 57,178 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 52,668 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 52,660 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 46,328 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2013 46,323 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2013 43,667 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 41,057 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 38,689 miles

drivers seat catch not returning properly.

nsr tyre has a screw in it.

Pass 24 Feb 2010 36,057 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 33,893 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 33,893 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 31,666 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 31,651 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 29,348 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 26,301 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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R720 OAN is a 1998 Renault Clio in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R720 OAN, 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 R720 OAN registered?

R720 OAN is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 2 February 1998.

Is R720 OAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R720 OAN shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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