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N31 PYF

1996 Renault Safrane

Green Petrol 2165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

123,118 mi
Last recorded123,118 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2006
Typical for 1996 Renault Safrane104,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN31 PYF
MakeRenault
ModelSafrane
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,165cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2006 123,118 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2006 123,114 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

How Reliable is the Renault Safrane?

Based on 26,029 MOT tests across 4,984 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
4,892
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
4,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 1,741
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,479
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,309
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,138
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 880
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N31 PYF is a 1996 Renault Safrane in Green with a 2,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Renault Safrane models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 104,095 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 Safrane fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 1,741 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N31 PYF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Safrane typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Renault Safrane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N31 PYF?

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What year was N31 PYF registered?

N31 PYF is a 1996 Renault Safrane, first registered on 23 May 1996.

Is N31 PYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N31 PYF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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