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R757 NVV

1998 Renault Clio

Yellow Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

86,327 mi
Last recorded86,327 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR757 NVV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 86,327 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 84,837 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 80,315 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 80,298 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 79,463 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 78,160 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 75,696 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 74,667 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 74,652 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2017 73,123 miles

Front front brake discs slightly corroded

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear rear exhaust mounting deteriorated but exhaust adequately supported

Pass 13 May 2016 71,830 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2015 68,880 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 8 May 2014 66,769 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 May 2013 64,496 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 May 2012 62,813 miles

Front Brake Disc Inner Side Slightly Pitted

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Slight Oil Leak From Drive Shaft Seal

Pass 24 May 2011 60,663 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 58,602 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 58,602 miles

Nearside Front Lower coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 May 2009 57,093 miles

both front inner brake discs part corroded & worn

front brakes 15% imbalanced

Pass 13 May 2008 55,509 miles

rear brake application slightly uneven

windscreen has scratch damage from wiper blade in past

Pass 10 May 2007 52,283 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2006 48,549 miles

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

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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R757 NVV is a 1998 Renault Clio in Yellow with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R757 NVV, 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 R757 NVV registered?

R757 NVV is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R757 NVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R757 NVV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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