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R734 SCW

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

111,834 mi
Last recorded111,834 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2009
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR734 SCW
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2009 111,834 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 23 Apr 2009 111,831 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 26 Sep 2007 101,052 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 101,052 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2006 87,748 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2005 76,800 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2005 76,800 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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R734 SCW is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R734 SCW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R734 SCW registered?

R734 SCW is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R734 SCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R734 SCW shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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