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N171 DNF

1996 Renault Laguna

Red Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

127,498 mi
Last recorded127,498 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2016
Typical for 1996 Renault Laguna111,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN171 DNF
MakeRenault
ModelLaguna
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2016 127,498 miles

small tank strap heavily corroded

Fail 2 Jul 2016 127,498 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

small tank strap heavily corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2015 124,877 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 122,937 miles

centre exhaust rubber broken

Pass 24 Jun 2013 120,531 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 120,531 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

n/s repeater repaired with tape

vehicle just met emission requirements.Would appear in need of adjustment or repair

Pass 7 Jul 2012 118,572 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 116,485 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2010 113,349 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 110,203 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 110,201 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 108,009 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

fuel tank strip slight corrsion

Fail 8 Jul 2008 108,009 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

fuel tank strip slight corrsion

Pass 3 Mar 2007 104,179 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 103,155 miles

n/s/r tyre close to limit on edge

How Reliable is the Renault Laguna?

Based on 2,783,232 MOT tests across 305,477 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
7,170
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
305,477
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 187,578
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 169,011
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 113,854
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101,973
position lamp(s) not working 80,232
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N171 DNF is a 1996 Renault Laguna in Red with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1996 Renault Laguna models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 111,164 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Laguna fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 187,578 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N171 DNF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Laguna typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Renault Laguna is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N171 DNF registered?

N171 DNF is a 1996 Renault Laguna, first registered on 21 June 1996.

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The MOT history for N171 DNF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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