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N256 HMB

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

31,275 mi
Last recorded31,275 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2014
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN256 HMB
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2014 31,275 miles

Vehicle in general corroding in places

Pass 2 Sep 2013 31,160 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 31,088 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 30,929 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 30,663 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 30,663 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 30,276 miles

Nearside front tyre edging slightly

Nearside rear tyre edging

offside rear tyre edged and outer wall cracking

Pass 18 Sep 2008 29,895 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 29,634 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 29,295 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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N256 HMB is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 N256 HMB, 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 N256 HMB registered?

N256 HMB is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 June 1996.

Is N256 HMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N256 HMB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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