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N159 PUU

1996 Renault Clio

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,065 mi
Last recorded79,065 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2007
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN159 PUU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2007 79,065 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 77,567 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 73,763 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Fail 3 Sep 2005 73,763 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

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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N159 PUU is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N159 PUU, 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 N159 PUU?

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What year was N159 PUU registered?

N159 PUU is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is N159 PUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N159 PUU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N159 PUU have outstanding finance?

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