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R798 HTG

1998 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

112,963 mi
Last recorded112,963 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR798 HTG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2011 112,963 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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Pass 8 Jun 2010 110,835 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 110,835 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 4 Jun 2009 103,063 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 103,063 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 696,676 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 696,676 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2007 89,220 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 89,220 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 81,898 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 81,898 miles

Nearside 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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R798 HTG is a 1998 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 R798 HTG, 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 R798 HTG registered?

R798 HTG is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 June 1998.

Is R798 HTG safe to buy?

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