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R78 WRN

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

97,865 mi
Last recorded97,865 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2011
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR78 WRN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2011 97,865 miles

nearside rear tyre outer wall is damaged

Pass 29 Oct 2010 97,167 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 97,167 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 96,141 miles

nearside headlamp damaged

Fail 28 Oct 2009 96,141 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

nearside headlamp damaged

Pass 11 Nov 2008 95,563 miles

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Dec 2007 86,171 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust emmissions only just within mot limits

Pass 19 Dec 2006 76,004 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 76,004 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2005 70,607 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2005 70,607 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.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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R78 WRN is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 R78 WRN, 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 R78 WRN registered?

R78 WRN is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 20 January 1998.

Is R78 WRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R78 WRN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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