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N303 XAW

1996 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

89,317 mi
Last recorded89,317 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN303 XAW
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2020 89,317 miles

Central Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded under floor (1.1.11 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle low effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill and jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair rear handbrake low effort (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 84,268 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 79,651 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 74,472 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

all tyres perished with age

Pass 3 Mar 2016 70,527 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 70,527 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 62,025 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 57,433 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 50,953 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 44,783 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011

both rear tyres and n/s front tyre are perrished in the side walls and the tread pattern. They are not through to the canvas but should be monitored to make sure they do not deteriorate further

Fail 2 Mar 2011

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

both rear tyres and n/s front tyre are perrished in the side walls and the tread pattern. They are not through to the canvas but should be monitored to make sure they do not deteriorate further

Fail 27 Nov 2008 37,339 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 37,339 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Nov 2007 37,015 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 36,391 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 35,653 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 35,653 miles

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

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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N303 XAW is a 1996 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 N303 XAW, 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 N303 XAW registered?

N303 XAW is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is N303 XAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N303 XAW shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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