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R745 FOO

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

63,274 mi
Last recorded63,274 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2013
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR745 FOO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2013 63,274 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 63,273 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 59,204 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 59,203 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 57,186 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2011 57,186 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 54,708 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 54,708 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 52,084 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 49,290 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 49,290 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 45,835 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2006 43,117 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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R745 FOO is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 R745 FOO, 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 R745 FOO registered?

R745 FOO is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R745 FOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R745 FOO shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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