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N166 JSU

1995 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

61,994 mi
Last recorded61,994 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2012
Typical for 1995 Renault Clio78,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN166 JSU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2012 61,994 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 52,693 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 49,680 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 49,680 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 45,562 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 45,562 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 45,432 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 45,432 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 45,192 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 45,124 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 45,120 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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N166 JSU is a 1995 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1995 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 78,400 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 N166 JSU, 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 31 years old, this Renault Clio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N166 JSU registered?

N166 JSU is a 1995 Renault Clio, first registered on 17 August 1995.

Is N166 JSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N166 JSU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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