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N138 NBW

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

50,595 mi
Last recorded50,595 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN138 NBW
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 50,595 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 19 Mar 2018 50,595 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 49,971 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 48,997 miles

spare tyre perished and tread cracking

Pass 5 Mar 2015 47,756 miles

front brake discs in poor condition

windsreen chipped

Pass 5 Mar 2014 46,725 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake discs in poor condition

Pass 6 Mar 2013 45,707 miles

front brake discs corroded on inner face

Fail 5 Mar 2013 45,707 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

front brake discs corroded on inner face

Pass 1 Mar 2012 44,699 miles

both front brake discs badly corroded on inner face

Pass 8 Mar 2011 43,179 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 41,504 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 39,213 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 39,213 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 37,410 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 35,962 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 34,364 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 34,364 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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N138 NBW is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 N138 NBW, 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

How do I check the history of N138 NBW?

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What year was N138 NBW registered?

N138 NBW is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 May 1996.

Is N138 NBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N138 NBW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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