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A16 VJP

1996 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1764cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

116,103 mi
Last recorded116,103 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2006
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 VJP
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,764cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2006 116,103 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 116,103 miles

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

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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A16 VJP is a 1996 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,764cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 77,063 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 A16 VJP, 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 30 years old, this Renault Clio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A16 VJP registered?

A16 VJP is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 9 February 1996.

Is A16 VJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 VJP shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A16 VJP have outstanding finance?

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