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N237 XMO

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

81,723 mi
Last recorded81,723 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2020
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN237 XMO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2020 81,723 miles

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 21 Dec 2020 81,723 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat (6.1.2 (a))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 May 2019 72,836 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 May 2019 72,821 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 37% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 70,631 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 70,024 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 68,525 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 67,484 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 66,650 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 65,352 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 64,542 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 63,537 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 61,886 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 60,570 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 59,270 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

o/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 30 Apr 2007 58,260 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 56,532 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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N237 XMO is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 N237 XMO, 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 N237 XMO registered?

N237 XMO is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 February 1996.

Is N237 XMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N237 XMO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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