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R835 PHC

1998 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

25,168 mi
Last recorded25,168 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR835 PHC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 25,168 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 21 May 2025 24,433 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 20 May 2025 24,433 miles

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2024 23,619 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 May 2023 22,828 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 22,056 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 27 May 2021 21,104 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 20,080 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 19,038 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2018 18,101 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 17,064 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 15,882 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 15,882 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 May 2015 14,594 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 13,456 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 May 2013 12,256 miles

drivers door interior release lever deteriorated but still able to open door

Pass 29 May 2012 11,075 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 9,848 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 9,016 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 8,080 miles

Rear silencer in poor condition

Pass 23 May 2008 7,153 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2007 6,276 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 5,454 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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R835 PHC is a 1998 Renault Clio in White with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 R835 PHC, 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 R835 PHC registered?

R835 PHC is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 20 June 1998.

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The MOT history for R835 PHC shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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