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Renault Clio

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,149 cc

T898 RTAMOT history

T898 RTA is a blue petrol Renault Clio first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 56,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Nov 2024
Mileage
56,671 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2011
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,790 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T898 RTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Clio
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,149 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T898 RTA was last recorded at 56,671 miles on 9 Mar 2011, 3,081 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2010.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
53,590 miles · 3 Mar 2010
Between the last two tests
3,081 miles
Average per year
3,790 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2011 – 56,671 miles
  • 2010 – 53,590 miles
  • 2009 – 50,414 miles
  • 2008 – 46,349 miles
  • 2007 – 41,679 miles
  • 2006 – 37,577 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired door shut (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.00 mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    157011060047
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired door shut (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.00 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    168050961486
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. FailMileage not read5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    563024956619
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    902899133084
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both rear (5.3.2 (d))

  5. FailMileage not read7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    475307742850
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Fuel cap area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both rear (5.3.2 (d))

  6. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    820702919086
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill panel corroded and holed, not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner wheel arch / fuel filler area corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp in-operational
    • AdvisorySteering / suspension / brake components are corroded, not seriously weakened

  7. FailMileage not read6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    526535186874
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury outer wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner & outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill panel corroded and holed, not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner wheel arch / fuel filler area corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp in-operational
    • AdvisorySteering / suspension / brake components are corroded, not seriously weakened

  8. PassMileage not read12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    606505790215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded and holed, not in a prescribed area or thought to be excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch panel corroded, not structural or causing a sharp edge
    • AdvisorySteering / suspension / brake components slightly corroded, not seriously weakened

  9. FailMileage not read3 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    369946711789
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded and holed, not in a prescribed area or thought to be excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch panel corroded, not structural or causing a sharp edge
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated loose (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisorySteering / suspension / brake components slightly corroded, not seriously weakened

  10. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    669760926089
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer wheel arch panel slightly corroded

  11. FailMileage not read2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    808540384143
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer wheel arch panel slightly corroded

  12. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    502718236495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer outer sill showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system showing signs of corrosion

  13. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    715917975773
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch has corrosion

  14. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    559453256318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. FailMileage not read1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    749724865053
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    975514065062
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. PassMileage not read3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    609217954036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly perished
    • NoteRear exhaust mounting slightly deteriorated
    • NoteSlight oil leak gearbox area (driveshaft seal?)

  18. FailMileage not read1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    945867154010
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly perished
    • NoteRear exhaust mounting slightly deteriorated
    • NoteSlight oil leak gearbox area (driveshaft seal?)

  19. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    118125263027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    236255962022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,671 miles (+3,081)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    56,671 miles
    Test number
    198848861427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,590 miles (+3,176)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    53,590 miles
    Test number
    244182060027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,414 miles (+4,065)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    50,414 miles
    Test number
    432335969059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,349 miles (+4,670)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    46,349 miles
    Test number
    284130078036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,679 miles (+4,102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    41,679 miles
    Test number
    430708367097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass37,577 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    37,577 miles
    Test number
    984574856095
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNote N/S/R tyre worn close to legal limit

Questions about T898 RTA

Does T898 RTA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T898 RTA expired on 9 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T898 RTA?
The MOT on T898 RTA expired on 9 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T898 RTA done?
T898 RTA was recorded at 56,671 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2011, an average of 3,790 miles a year.
Has T898 RTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T898 RTA has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T898 RTA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T898 RTA find?
T898 RTA failed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 6 advisories: offside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired door shut; brake lever has insufficient reserve travel; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 9 more.

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