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R861 FRP

1998 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

135,566 mi
Last recorded135,566 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR861 FRP
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2018 135,566 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2018 135,566 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 131,288 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 26 Nov 2016 129,332 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2016 129,332 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 128,862 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 128,837 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded body sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 12,839 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 126,290 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 125,876 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 125,330 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 123,904 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 121,962 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 120,567 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 119,102 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 116,812 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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R861 FRP is a 1998 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R861 FRP, 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 R861 FRP registered?

R861 FRP is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 24 January 1998.

Is R861 FRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R861 FRP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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