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N221 XNT

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,845 mi
Last recorded69,845 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN221 XNT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 69,845 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2025 69,845 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 155/70/13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Sep 2024 69,498 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 69,045 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 68,615 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 68,615 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 68,410 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 67,966 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 67,450 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 66,643 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 66,102 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2017 66,102 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 65,626 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 65,287 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 64,891 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 64,334 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 64,334 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 63,896 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 63,896 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 63,248 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 63,248 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 62,829 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 62,361 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 61,953 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 61,953 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 48,728 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 46,395 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 46,395 miles

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

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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N221 XNT is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N221 XNT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N221 XNT registered?

N221 XNT is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 17 June 1996.

Is N221 XNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N221 XNT shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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