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N31 RJF

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

70,120 mi
Last recorded70,120 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2015
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN31 RJF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2015 70,120 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 67,034 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Mar 2013 64,458 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 62,094 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 62,094 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 59,682 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2011 59,682 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 57,408 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 57,408 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

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

Pass 5 May 2009 55,653 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 55,653 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 53,270 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 48,865 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 45,912 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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N31 RJF is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N31 RJF, 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 RJF registered?

N31 RJF is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 26 January 1996.

Is N31 RJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N31 RJF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N31 RJF have outstanding finance?

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