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R823 MKO

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,433 mi
Last recorded66,433 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR823 MKO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2011 66,433 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

airbag lamp illuminated

front brake discs in poor condition

nearside front headlamp pattern poor

nearside rear tyre on 2mm

offside front outer brake pad wearing thin

offside front outer cv boot has a slight leak

offside rear chassis leg corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2010 63,952 miles

airbag lamp illuminated

both front shock absorbers leaking

front brake discs in poor condition

nearside rear tyre on 2mm and perished on outer wall

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside rear chassis leg corroded

slight leak on offside front outer cv boot

Fail 12 Aug 2010 63,952 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

airbag lamp illuminated

both front shock absorbers leaking

front brake discs in poor condition

nearside rear tyre on 2mm and perished on outer wall

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside rear chassis leg corroded

slight leak on offside front outer cv boot

Pass 20 Aug 2009 61,708 miles

Airbag Lamp Illuminated

N/S/R Tyre on 2mm

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 58,194 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 54,125 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 49,458 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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R823 MKO is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R823 MKO, 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

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What year was R823 MKO registered?

R823 MKO is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R823 MKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R823 MKO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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