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N157 LAM

1996 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,419 mi
Last recorded26,419 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2013
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN157 LAM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2013 26,419 miles

o/s/r brake reading a little low

oil leak at engine, sump porous

slight exhaust leak at rear silencer(rusted at welded joint)

Fail 29 Jan 2013 26,417 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

o/s/r brake reading a little low

oil leak at engine, sump porous

slight exhaust leak at rear silencer(rusted at welded joint)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 25,385 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 25,385 miles

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 24,113 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 24,113 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2010 23,251 miles

Offside brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 22,217 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 20,900 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 20,528 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 20,308 miles

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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N157 LAM is a 1996 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 N157 LAM, 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 N157 LAM registered?

N157 LAM is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 2 January 1996.

Is N157 LAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N157 LAM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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