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N268 JLD

1996 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,089 mi
Last recorded39,089 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2011
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN268 JLD
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2011 39,089 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 35,742 miles

Front Brake Discs worn

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 31,836 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jul 2009 31,832 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 26,819 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 26,811 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2007 23,583 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 21,643 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 21,603 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Offside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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N268 JLD is a 1996 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N268 JLD, 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 N268 JLD registered?

N268 JLD is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 May 1996.

Is N268 JLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N268 JLD shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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