Renault Clio 1.2 (1998)
1998 Renault Clio 1.2
CarHunch is tracking 221 1998 Renault Clio 1.2 vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1998 Renault Clio 1.2 is in dire condition: only 1.2% pass the MOT first time, compared to the UK average of 80%, and the petrol version has a 0% pass rate across 217 vehicles tested. No vehicles in this cohort have ever recorded dangerous defects, which is the only bright spot, but the sheer scale of failure makes this car fundamentally unreliable by age 26.
With an average mileage of 89,988 miles—reasonable for its age—the problem isn't wear-and-tear alone but systematic deterioration: these cars average 0.03 failures each, meaning nearly every example needs work to pass inspection. Do not buy a 1998 Clio 1.2 unless you're prepared for immediate and repeated repair bills; the MOT data suggests these vehicles are at end-of-life and not worth the expense.
We have 221 1998 Renault Clio 1.2 vehicles on record but don't have enough MOT test data to show reliable statistics for this cohort.
What to check before buying a 1998 Renault Clio 1.2
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 217 | 0% | 0 |
| Other (2%) | 4 | 66.7% | 1.5 |
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