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R744 PJR

1998 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,009 mi
Last recorded55,009 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2009
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR744 PJR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2009 55,009 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 47,531 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 39,415 miles

a/ can not see front brake pad deapths

Pass 28 Feb 2007 39,415 miles

a/ can not see front brake pad deapths

Pass 6 Mar 2006 32,649 miles

both front wheel bearings have slight noise

off side front cv boot has hole in

one of drivers side washer jets does not work

Fail 2 Mar 2006 32,598 miles

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

Front Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Slightly low brake effort from offside rear service brake. † †

Fail 23 Feb 2006 32,445 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

a/ brake fluid level †a/ front pipe at welded joint blowing slightly †a/ nearside front top strut bearing †a/ rear off side brake †

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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R744 PJR is a 1998 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R744 PJR, 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 R744 PJR registered?

R744 PJR is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 20 February 1998.

Is R744 PJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R744 PJR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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