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N274 MGN

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

53,411 mi
Last recorded53,411 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2011
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN274 MGN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2011 53,411 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front brake discs corroded on inner edges

Fail 30 Jul 2011 53,400 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front brake discs corroded on inner edges

Pass 19 Jul 2010 47,920 miles

front discs corroded

near side rear lens cluster cracked

Fail 19 Jul 2010 47,920 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front discs corroded

near side rear lens cluster cracked

Pass 20 Jul 2009 46,342 miles

Nearside rear light lens cracked but not effecting operation

Pass 23 Jul 2008 41,024 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 20 Jul 2007 38,355 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 38,355 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 35,890 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 35,890 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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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N274 MGN is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N274 MGN, 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 N274 MGN registered?

N274 MGN is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 9 May 1996.

Is N274 MGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N274 MGN shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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