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N275 HLC

1996 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,228 mi
Last recorded66,228 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2011
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN275 HLC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2011 66,228 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 25 Apr 2011 66,228 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 58,479 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

tailgate will not stay open

wipers do not park

Pass 27 Apr 2009 53,855 miles

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

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

tailgate will not stay in upright position

wipers do not park

Pass 24 Apr 2008 50,968 miles

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 27 Apr 2007 46,641 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 43,507 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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N275 HLC is a 1996 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N275 HLC, 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 N275 HLC registered?

N275 HLC is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 15 February 1996.

Is N275 HLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N275 HLC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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