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R782 VBM

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

58,277 mi
Last recorded58,277 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR782 VBM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 58,277 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

front number plate poor condition

Pass 20 Nov 2019 57,355 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Handbrake has little reserve travel

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency only just met

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2019 57,351 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Handbrake has little reserve travel

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective loose (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective loose and split (3.4 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency only just met

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 49,499 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Nov 2018 49,336 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 39,485 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 31,028 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 31,028 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 24,762 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 23,662 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 22,086 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 22,086 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 20,780 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 20,780 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 18,029 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 18,028 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 15,719 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 14,017 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 12,977 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 12,254 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 12,254 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 11,139 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 10,432 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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R782 VBM is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 R782 VBM, 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 R782 VBM registered?

R782 VBM is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is R782 VBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R782 VBM shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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