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S257 STG

1999 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Renault Clio71,557 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS257 STG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 9 Oct 2012

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 115,016 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 109,021 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2009 100,905 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 93,487 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 93,487 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 87,148 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 87,148 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2006 80,240 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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S257 STG is a 1999 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 S257 STG, 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

How do I check the history of S257 STG?

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What year was S257 STG registered?

S257 STG is a 1999 Renault Clio, first registered on 14 January 1999.

Is S257 STG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S257 STG shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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