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A878 DPL

1995 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

63,866 mi
Last recorded63,866 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2012
Typical for 1995 Renault Clio78,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA878 DPL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2012 63,866 miles

windscreen has small crack bottom offside

Fail 2 Dec 2012 63,859 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front fog lights not working

Rear wiper worn

Windscreen has crack to unswept area

oil leak

Pass 8 Nov 2011 58,476 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 57,634 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Mar 2011 57,626 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 56,009 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 54,570 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2008 53,164 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 49,849 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 47,494 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 47,493 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pinhole in O/S Outer Constant velocity gaiter

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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A878 DPL is a 1995 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1995 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 78,400 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 A878 DPL, 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 31 years old, this Renault Clio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A878 DPL registered?

A878 DPL is a 1995 Renault Clio, first registered on 24 August 1995.

Is A878 DPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A878 DPL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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