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N171 JRH

1996 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

81,875 mi
Last recorded81,875 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2008
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN171 JRH
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2008 81,875 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 81,875 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 78,032 miles

front number plate number fading. most brake pipes showing corrosion. brake pipe plastic covers fitted. engine wet with oil

movement in spare wheel . slight play in steering rack knuckles. slight play in front suspension leg top mountings when jacked.

nearside front shocker slight dampness. slight brake imbalance

Fail 12 Jul 2007 77,948 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)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

front number plate fading.offside front indicator bulb fading. most brake pipes showing rust. brake pipe plastic covers fitted. engine oil leaks

nearside front shocker slight dampness. fan belt worn and noise. slight brake imbalance

spare wheel loose. slight play in steering rack knuckles slight play in front suspension top mountings when jacked. offside front coil spring heavily corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2006 69,528 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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N171 JRH is a 1996 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N171 JRH, 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 N171 JRH registered?

N171 JRH is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 May 1996.

Is N171 JRH safe to buy?

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