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N223 UPK

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,157 mi
Last recorded89,157 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2014
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN223 UPK
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2014 89,157 miles

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

minor engine oil leak

o/s/f washer jet partial blockage

o/s/r door dented

Pass 15 Apr 2013 79,819 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 74,984 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 74,984 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Apr 2011 68,513 miles

slight noise from offside rear wheel bearings

Pass 16 Apr 2010 63,693 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 59,519 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 55,941 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 55,941 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 51,569 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 43,861 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2006 43,861 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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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N223 UPK is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N223 UPK, 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 N223 UPK registered?

N223 UPK is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 15 March 1996.

Is N223 UPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N223 UPK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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