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N150 BOV

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

135,456 mi
Last recorded135,456 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN150 BOV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 135,456 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2016 135,440 miles

Brake pipe leaking main run at rear (3.6.A.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 122,551 miles

Oil leak

Fail 20 Jun 2015 125,548 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2014 122,308 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 119,101 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

n/s/r wheel bearingnoisy when rotated

Oil leak

Fail 11 Jun 2013 119,095 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

n/s/r wheel bearingnoisy when rotated

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jun 2012 116,017 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 116,017 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 112,445 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 112,445 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 108,158 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 103,827 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 103,827 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 99,922 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 96,413 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front wiper blades split

Pass 20 Jun 2007 96,413 miles

front wiper blades split

Pass 16 Jun 2006 92,459 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 92,459 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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N150 BOV is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 N150 BOV, 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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N150 BOV is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 June 1996.

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