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S224 VLS

1999 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,703 mi
Last recorded83,703 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2014
Typical for 1999 Renault Clio71,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS224 VLS
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2014 83,703 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 83,702 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 65,289 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2013 65,289 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 56,651 miles

front subframe corroded

slight blow from joint at rear silencer joint

Pass 24 Nov 2011 53,534 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 49,941 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 49,941 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 42,819 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 6 Nov 2009 42,819 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 42,340 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 41,846 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear seats folded down

Pass 27 Nov 2006 41,201 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 40,588 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 40,588 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.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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S224 VLS is a 1999 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S224 VLS, 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 S224 VLS registered?

S224 VLS is a 1999 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 January 1999.

Is S224 VLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S224 VLS shows 15 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.

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