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N278 EKD

1996 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,273 mi
Last recorded101,273 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2015
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN278 EKD
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2015 101,273 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 100,833 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Mar 2014 100,833 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 100,365 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 99,917 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 99,490 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 99,490 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 99,162 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 98,860 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2009 98,860 miles

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2008 98,589 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 98,589 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2007 89,226 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 73,228 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 73,228 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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N278 EKD is a 1996 Renault Clio in White with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 N278 EKD, 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 N278 EKD registered?

N278 EKD is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 May 1996.

Is N278 EKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N278 EKD shows 15 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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