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N160 NGF

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,600 mi
Last recorded62,600 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2012
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN160 NGF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2012 62,600 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 60,441 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 60,441 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 57,026 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 55,981 miles

n/s mirror cracked

Pass 2 Jun 2008 53,099 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 46,948 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 40,963 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2005 37,280 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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N160 NGF is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 N160 NGF, 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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How do I check the history of N160 NGF?

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What year was N160 NGF registered?

N160 NGF is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 June 1996.

Is N160 NGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N160 NGF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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