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N108 TAY

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

101,844 mi
Last recorded101,844 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2014
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN108 TAY
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2014 101,844 miles

Offside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 93,132 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 90,832 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 86,967 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 83,652 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 77,142 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 76,834 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 67,698 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 61,981 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 57,876 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 57,846 miles

Centre Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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N108 TAY is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 N108 TAY, 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 N108 TAY registered?

N108 TAY is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 April 1996.

Is N108 TAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N108 TAY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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