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R775 PCF

1998 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

55,070 mi
Last recorded55,070 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2009
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR775 PCF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2009 55,070 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Jun 2008 51,900 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2008 251,900 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2007 48,361 miles

Nearside Front is fitted with steel wheel

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

Offside front is fitted with alloy wheel!

Fail 4 Jun 2007 48,361 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Jun 2006 44,891 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2006 44,891 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

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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R775 PCF is a 1998 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc 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 R775 PCF, 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 R775 PCF?

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What year was R775 PCF registered?

R775 PCF is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is R775 PCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R775 PCF 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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