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N285 JKH

1996 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,359 mi
Last recorded102,359 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2012
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN285 JKH
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2012 102,359 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2012 102,359 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2010 99,639 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 96,714 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Sep 2009 96,714 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 92,962 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 90,149 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

advise drivers seat slight play in upright position

Pass 18 Apr 2006 87,821 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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N285 JKH is a 1996 Renault Clio in White with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N285 JKH, 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 N285 JKH registered?

N285 JKH is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 April 1996.

Is N285 JKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N285 JKH shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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