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N173 HGT

1995 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

70,646 mi
Last recorded70,646 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2010
Typical for 1995 Renault Clio78,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN173 HGT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2010 70,646 miles

16% unbalance in front brakes

Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front discs worn ,not excessive

could not see condition of front brake pads

Fail 17 Jun 2010 70,636 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

16% unbalance in front brakes

Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front discs worn ,not excessive

could not see condition of front brake pads

Pass 19 Jun 2009 65,876 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 62,365 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 62,363 miles

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 57,638 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 57,636 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

misfire at tickover

Pass 21 Aug 2006 52,471 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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N173 HGT is a 1995 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 N173 HGT, 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 N173 HGT registered?

N173 HGT is a 1995 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 August 1995.

Is N173 HGT safe to buy?

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