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N306 XSO

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

68,482 mi
Last recorded68,482 miles
Recorded on23 May 2011
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN306 XSO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2011 68,482 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s front outer door lock faulty

o/s rear door cdl faulty

Pass 20 May 2010 67,305 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 66,144 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

both front brake discs getting corroded

Pass 21 May 2009 66,144 miles

both front brake discs getting corroded

Pass 21 May 2008 64,536 miles

both front antiroll bar end link bushes have 50% wear

Pass 22 May 2007 61,970 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 57,902 miles
Pass 23 May 2005 54,446 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust centre getting corroded,no leaks to-day

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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N306 XSO is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N306 XSO, 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 N306 XSO registered?

N306 XSO is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 May 1996.

Is N306 XSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N306 XSO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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