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R751 RBY

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR751 RBY
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2013
Fail 20 Jun 2013

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 64,300 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 59,439 miles

Oil leak

Air bag light illuminated

Brake fluid level low recommend attention

Front brake discs corroded recommend replace

Nearside front tyre close to legal limit worn on edges recommend replace

Nearside rear tyre nail in tread splitting/ cracking recommend replace

Offside front tyre close to legal limit, worn on edges recommend replace

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 17 Jun 2011 59,439 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Air bag light illuminated

Brake fluid level low recommend attention

Front brake discs corroded recommend replace

Nearside front tyre close to legal limit worn on edges recommend replace

Nearside rear tyre nail in tread splitting/ cracking recommend replace

Offside front tyre close to legal limit, worn on edges recommend replace

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 52,304 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 52,304 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

ADVISED. CONDITION OF EXHAUST SYSTEM.

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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R751 RBY is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc 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 R751 RBY, 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

How do I check the history of R751 RBY?

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What year was R751 RBY registered?

R751 RBY is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is R751 RBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R751 RBY 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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