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R769 FJO

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

112,225 mi
Last recorded112,225 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2009
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR769 FJO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Mar 2009 112,225 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

headlight lens's on nearside and offside are deteriorating and reducing the light output slightly.

nearside and offside front tyres worn on edges

rear exhaust rubber worn

Pass 18 Mar 2009 112,225 miles

headlight lens's on nearside and offside are deteriorating and reducing the light output slightly.

nearside and offside front tyres worn on edges

rear exhaust rubber worn

Pass 12 Mar 2008 102,990 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

advise n/s/f steering rack boot perished

advise rear exhaust mounting perished

advise signs of fuel staining around fuel tank

Fail 12 Mar 2008 102,990 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

advise n/s/f steering rack boot perished

advise rear exhaust mounting perished

advise signs of fuel staining around fuel tank

Pass 7 Mar 2007 93,636 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 93,636 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

advise both rear tyres perished and on limit

advise n/s/f steering rack boot perished

advise n/s/f tyre perished

advise signs of fuel leak around petrol tank

Pass 16 Mar 2006 86,891 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 86,891 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front exhaust clamp bolt corroded

offside rear tyre getting low on tread

rear exhaust box corroding

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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R769 FJO is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R769 FJO, 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 R769 FJO registered?

R769 FJO is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R769 FJO safe to buy?

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