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N264 PYN

1996 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

99,622 mi
Last recorded99,622 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN264 PYN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 99,622 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 99,060 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low lamp loose inside (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake recording little or no effort both (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Jun 2016 93,952 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe has pin holes (corroded) (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Jun 2016 83,950 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low light is loose inside wont adjust up (1.8)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe has pin holes (corroded) (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2015 73,520 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 73,520 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 May 2014 71,615 miles

2 rear tyres perishing

Pass 23 May 2013 70,136 miles

Intermittent fault with fog lamp switch

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2012 68,741 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 67,340 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 May 2011 67,340 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 65,556 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 63,627 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 63,621 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2008 62,194 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 62,187 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2007 60,441 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 60,440 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 16 May 2006 58,688 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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N264 PYN is a 1996 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 N264 PYN, 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 N264 PYN registered?

N264 PYN is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N264 PYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N264 PYN shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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