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S118 KDY

1999 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

48,680 mi
Last recorded48,680 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2013
Typical for 1999 Renault Clio71,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS118 KDY
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2013 48,680 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 4 Feb 2013

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 14 Feb 2012 45,681 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 45,681 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 43,782 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2011 43,772 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 38,892 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 38,890 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2009 33,934 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 24,931 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 22,002 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 19,965 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2005 19,955 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

o/s/f tyre worn low

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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S118 KDY is a 1999 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,598cc 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 S118 KDY, 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 S118 KDY registered?

S118 KDY is a 1999 Renault Clio, first registered on 22 February 1999.

Is S118 KDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S118 KDY 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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