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N217 XVM

1996 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,077 mi
Last recorded79,077 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2011
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN217 XVM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Aug 2011 79,077 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 67,806 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 54,708 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leaks

front number plate fading

offside front tyre nail in tread

rear tyres cracks in tread

rear wiper worn

Pass 20 Nov 2007 45,580 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front offside inner wing corroded and holed not within a prescribed area and wouldn't affect steering or braking.

rear wiper blade deteriorated.

signs of corrosion at both rear wheel arches.

signs of corrosion at offside door step.

signs of oil leak at engine.

slight cracking at both rear wheel arches.

slight deterioration of front number plate.

slight signs of corrosion at both front chassis legs.

Pass 14 Dec 2006 40,559 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on the outer edges.

offside front inner wing corroded and holed.

signs of corrosion at rear wheel arches,front chassis legs,rear inner sills and offside door steps.

Pass 28 Dec 2005 35,275 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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N217 XVM is a 1996 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N217 XVM, 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 N217 XVM registered?

N217 XVM is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 5 January 1996.

Is N217 XVM safe to buy?

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