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N31 DNE

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

91,375 mi
Last recorded91,375 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2013
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN31 DNE
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2013 91,375 miles

ALL OFFSIDE FRONT SUSPENSION COMPONANTS COVERED IN CV GREASE

ALL STEERING / SUSPENSION / BRAKING COMPONANTS SHOWING CORROSION / SIGNS OF BECOMING ADVANCED IN PLACES

BOTH FRONT COIL SPRINGS CORRODED / BECOMING ADVANCED AT LOWER SECTIONS

FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED / ENCROACHING ONTO BRAKING SURFACE / PADS NOT WORKING FULL FACE OF DISCS / OFFSIDE BEING WORST OF TWO

NEARSIDE DOOR MIRROR TAPPED UP TO SECURE

SPARE TYRE CRACKED / PERISHED / LOW ON PRESSURE 165 / 65 / 13

UNDERSIDE / PANELING / INNER SILL SECTIONS ALL AREAS SHOWING GENERAL CORROSION / BECOMING ADVANCED IN PLACES

Fail 13 Sep 2013 91,371 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

ADVISE ON NEARSIDE REAR BRAKE PIPE TO REPLACE

ALL OFFSIDE FRONT SUSPENSION COMPONANTS COVERED IN CV GREASE

ALL STEERING / SUSPENSION / BRAKING COMPONANTS SHOWING CORROSION / SIGNS OF BECOMING ADVANCED IN PLACES

BOTH FRONT COIL SPRINGS CORRODED / BECOMING ADVANCED AT LOWER SECTIONS

BRAKE HOSES METAL UNIONS BECOMING CORRODED

BRAKE WHEEL CYLINDERS CORRODED

FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED / ENCROACHING ONTO BRAKING SURFACE / PADS NOT WORKING FULL FACE OF DISCS / OFFSIDE BEING WORST OF TWO

NEARSIDE DOOR MIRROR TAPPED UP TO SECURE

SLIGHT BLOW ON EX REAR JOINT

SPARE TYRE CRACKED / PERISHED / LOW ON PRESSURE 165 / 65 / 13

UNDERSIDE / PANELING / INNER SILL SECTIONS ALL AREAS SHOWING GENERAL CORROSION / BECOMING ADVANCED IN PLACES

Pass 30 Aug 2012 86,046 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 86,046 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 82,410 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 82,411 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 77,233 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 71,778 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 67,665 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 67,657 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2007 63,221 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 63,217 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

general corrosion on under body & under body conponents

Pass 10 Oct 2006 57,940 miles

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

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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N31 DNE is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N31 DNE, 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 N31 DNE registered?

N31 DNE is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 14 June 1996.

Is N31 DNE safe to buy?

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