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R88 BBN

1999 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

106,214 mi
Last recorded106,214 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2012
Typical for 1999 Renault Clio71,557 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR88 BBN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2012 106,214 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 97,180 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 91,225 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Oct 2009 83,487 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 83,487 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 76,471 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 76,471 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 69,626 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 69,626 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 60,867 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 60,867 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2005 51,061 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2005 51,061 miles

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

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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R88 BBN is a 1999 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1999 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 71,557 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 R88 BBN, 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 27 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 R88 BBN registered?

R88 BBN is a 1999 Renault Clio, first registered on 23 September 1999.

Is R88 BBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R88 BBN shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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