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R849 FGB

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,082 mi
Last recorded86,082 miles
Recorded on29 May 2009
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR849 FGB
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 29 May 2009 86,082 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 83,296 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 73,514 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 65,460 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2005 59,708 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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R849 FGB is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R849 FGB, 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 R849 FGB registered?

R849 FGB is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R849 FGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R849 FGB shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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