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N194 CVM

1996 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,184 mi
Last recorded64,184 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2012
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN194 CVM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2012 64,184 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 12 Sep 2012 64,170 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 56,356 miles

Both front brake discs deteriorated.

Fail 31 Oct 2011 56,356 miles

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

Both front brake discs deteriorated.

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 51,375 miles

BOTH FRONT DROP LINK BUSHES SPLIT

O/S/F INNER BRAKE DISC CORRODED

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH UPPER STRUT BUSHES

Fail 13 Oct 2010 51,375 miles

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

BOTH FRONT DROP LINK BUSHES SPLIT

O/S/F INNER BRAKE DISC CORRODED

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH UPPER STRUT BUSHES

Pass 14 Oct 2009 48,356 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge and close to limit

rear brakes judder slightly

spare tyre flat and split

Pass 16 Oct 2008 44,602 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

rear brakes judder slightly

Pass 3 Oct 2007 39,345 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 39,345 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 12 Oct 2006 35,125 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2005 30,590 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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N194 CVM is a 1996 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N194 CVM, 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 N194 CVM registered?

N194 CVM is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 May 1996.

Is N194 CVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N194 CVM shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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