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R855 CLS

1998 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,695 mi
Last recorded56,695 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2007
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR855 CLS
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2007 56,695 miles

Centre Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 27 Aug 2007 56,687 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Centre Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 40,817 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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R855 CLS is a 1998 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R855 CLS, 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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How do I check the history of R855 CLS?

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What year was R855 CLS registered?

R855 CLS is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R855 CLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R855 CLS shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R855 CLS have outstanding finance?

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