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R791 ESF

1998 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,632 mi
Last recorded27,632 miles
Recorded on29 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR791 ESF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2014 27,632 miles

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

corrosion to the offside rear sill

Pass 15 May 2013 21,814 miles

rear exhaust mount poor

Pass 31 May 2012 20,524 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 20,524 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 18,621 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 18,618 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

front brake discs in poor condison

Pass 24 May 2010 16,695 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 14,896 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 12,727 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 12,725 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

front offside tyre slight perishing

rear nearside tyre slight perishing

rear offside tyre slight perishing

Pass 16 May 2007 10,678 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2006 8,443 miles

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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R791 ESF is a 1998 Renault Clio in White with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R791 ESF, 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 R791 ESF registered?

R791 ESF is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 9 June 1998.

Is R791 ESF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R791 ESF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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