Renault Clio Rl 1.2 (1998)
1998 Renault Clio Rl 1.2
CarHunch is tracking 238 1998 Renault Clio Rl 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 RL 1.2 is a serious reliability concern: only 20% pass their MOT first time versus the UK average of 80%, and the petrol version shows a 0% pass rate across 236 vehicles tested. With zero dangerous defects recorded and virtually no failures or advisories logged per vehicle on average, the data suggests these cars are either being extensively pre-repaired before MOT or the sample reflects vehicles already in poor mechanical condition.
At 83,243 miles average, these Clios are relatively high-mileage for their age, which partly explains the struggles, but a first-time pass rate this low indicates systemic issues beyond normal wear. If you're considering one, have a pre-purchase inspection by a specialist and budget for immediate remedial work—these cars will not pass MOT without intervention.
We have 238 1998 Renault Clio Rl 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 Rl 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 (99%) | 236 | 0% | 0 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 50% | 1 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
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