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R725 HTM

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,383 mi
Last recorded69,383 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR725 HTM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2013 69,383 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 68,805 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 67,449 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 62,415 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust box rubber mounting perished & worn replacement advised !

The off side rear wheel bearing is showing signs of wear replacement advised !

Pass 17 Jul 2009 56,762 miles

surface corrosion on steering ,suspension and brake components including subframe

Fail 27 May 2009 56,481 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 May 2008 25,409 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 50,324 miles

Deterioration noted to front suspension torsion bar link arm bushes.

Fitted deflecter accessory fitted to offside wiper would appear to be opposite of correct.

Heavy surface corrosion present to front subframe and associated suspension/brake components.

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

Slight wear noted to park brake lever.

When bonnet pull is operated the release mechanism does not return in positive manner-safety check works perfect but all seem lacking in good lubrication.

Pass 2 Jun 2006 47,114 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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R725 HTM is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R725 HTM, 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 R725 HTM registered?

R725 HTM is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 17 June 1998.

Is R725 HTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R725 HTM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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