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N189 KBX

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

108,600 mi
Last recorded108,600 miles
Recorded on14 May 2013
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN189 KBX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2013 108,600 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

O/s/r/ chassis rail corroded but not within perescribed area

Pass 14 May 2012 103,993 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 98,516 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

off side rear chassie leg is corroded and holed but not with in the mot area.

Pass 17 May 2010 92,126 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 85,464 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 80,043 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 73,170 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 66,915 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 66,915 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.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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N189 KBX is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,171cc 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 N189 KBX, 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 N189 KBX registered?

N189 KBX is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 May 1996.

Is N189 KBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N189 KBX 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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