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N318 HPO

1996 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

60,031 mi
Last recorded60,031 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2012
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN318 HPO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Jun 2012 60,031 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 60,031 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 53,340 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Oct 2010 49,125 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 48,408 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Oct 2009 48,407 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Oct 2008 47,425 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 46,610 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 45,091 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Mar 2006 37,224 miles

oil leak

Fail 13 Mar 2006 37,224 miles

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

oil leak

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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N318 HPO is a 1996 Renault Clio in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 N318 HPO, 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 N318 HPO registered?

N318 HPO is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 25 June 1996.

Is N318 HPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N318 HPO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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