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N309 LRT

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

118,704 mi
Last recorded118,704 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2012
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN309 LRT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2012 118,704 miles

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

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Fail 3 Feb 2012 118,702 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Nov 2010 112,452 miles

front brake discs worn

Fail 25 Nov 2010 112,451 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

front brake discs worn

Pass 3 Nov 2009 106,879 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 96,834 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 86,716 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 73,653 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 66,952 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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N309 LRT is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N309 LRT, 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 N309 LRT registered?

N309 LRT is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 17 June 1996.

Is N309 LRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N309 LRT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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