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N287 VTA

1996 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,009 mi
Last recorded34,009 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2014
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN287 VTA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2014 34,009 miles

both rear tyres perishing

corrosion developing under vehicle

spare wheel missing

Fail 26 Jun 2014 34,009 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

both rear tyres perishing

corrosion developing under vehicle

spare wheel missing

Pass 13 Jun 2013 31,080 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 30,838 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 28,080 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 28,034 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 27,989 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 27,551 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 27,232 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2006 26,299 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 26,273 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

advise middle and rear exhaust heavily corroede. †advise o/s/f tyre on 1.6mm/2mm

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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N287 VTA is a 1996 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,390cc 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 N287 VTA, 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 N287 VTA registered?

N287 VTA is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 19 April 1996.

Is N287 VTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N287 VTA 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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