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N278 JBH

1996 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,548 mi
Last recorded60,548 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2014
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN278 JBH
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2014 60,548 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

o/s front tyre has minor cuts on side wall

n/s rear tyre has worn and cracked on the sidewall

Pass 7 Jun 2013 58,561 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 57,067 miles

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 57,067 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 53,337 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s/r tyre side wall very weakening

Fail 6 May 2011 53,337 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s/r tyre side wall very weakening

Pass 18 May 2010 50,005 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 4 Jun 2009 46,147 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 46,147 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 43,129 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 43,127 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 43,124 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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N278 JBH is a 1996 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 JBH, 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 JBH registered?

N278 JBH is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 26 April 1996.

Is N278 JBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N278 JBH shows 12 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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