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N129 PRU

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,438 mi
Last recorded121,438 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2012
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN129 PRU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2012 121,438 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

o/s/r seat belt has grease on it

rear brake pipe ferrules slightly corroded

slight play in off side tie rod

Fail 28 Jun 2012

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

o/s/r seat belt has grease on it

rear brake pipe ferrules slightly corroded

slight play in off side tie rod

Pass 8 Jun 2010 121,391 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 114,486 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 114,486 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 106,306 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 21 Jun 2008 106,306 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 98,482 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2006 93,843 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Registration Plate Fractured, Parking Brake Lever Has Long Travel.

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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N129 PRU is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N129 PRU, 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.

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What year was N129 PRU registered?

N129 PRU is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 12 January 1996.

Is N129 PRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N129 PRU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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