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R839 NMJ

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

63,972 mi
Last recorded63,972 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR839 NMJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2013 63,972 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front wiper just clearing windscreen

nsf flexe brake pipe perishing

very bad water leak (pos pump)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 53,534 miles

both rear tyres worn on legal limit

bottem gearbox mount perishing

n/s/f bumper damaged - repaired with tape

o/s headlamp aim low close to excess

o/s/f top strut mount has play close to excess

rear exhaust joint corroded and slightly blowing

Pass 28 Jul 2011 34,805 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 34,805 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 24,695 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 24,695 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 22,268 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 20,777 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 20,773 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 19,339 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 18,201 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 18,178 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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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R839 NMJ is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 R839 NMJ, 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 R839 NMJ registered?

R839 NMJ is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 January 1998.

Is R839 NMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R839 NMJ shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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