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N290 HLC

1996 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,027 mi
Last recorded46,027 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2020
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN290 HLC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2020 46,027 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 45,173 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 44,531 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 43,918 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 43,918 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 43,322 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 43,322 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 42,659 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 41,885 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 41,160 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 40,219 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 391,812 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 37,891 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 37,891 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 36,481 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 35,336 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 34,320 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2006 33,560 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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N290 HLC is a 1996 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N290 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N290 HLC?

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What year was N290 HLC registered?

N290 HLC is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 17 February 1996.

Is N290 HLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N290 HLC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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