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S182 VBJ

1999 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

88,587 mi
Last recorded88,587 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2014
Typical for 1999 Renault Clio71,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS182 VBJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2014 88,587 miles

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

both front tyre treads cracking on outer edges

Fail 13 Oct 2014 88,587 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyre treads cracking on outer edges

Pass 1 Oct 2013 87,361 miles

Both Front Tyres Weathered and Cracked on Shoulders (CORDS NOT EXPOSED)

Fail 1 Oct 2013 87,361 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Both Front Tyres Weathered and Cracked on Shoulders (CORDS NOT EXPOSED)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 86,372 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

FRONT TYRES POOR CONDITION

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 85,066 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 85,066 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 83,707 miles

Reflectors/glass dull giving poor beam image

Pass 16 Oct 2009 82,466 miles

1. Headlights poor beam pattern, lens discoloured. 2. Exhaust in poor condition

Pass 14 Oct 2008 81,245 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 81,224 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

both headlamps dirty on inner surface of lenses . advise removal for cleaning

Pass 10 Oct 2007 80,572 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2006 77,193 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2006 77,193 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f brake disc scaled but not to excess

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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S182 VBJ is a 1999 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 S182 VBJ, 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.

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S182 VBJ is a 1999 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 January 1999.

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