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N328 ABL

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

74,128 mi
Last recorded74,128 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN328 ABL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2018 74,128 miles

brake disc corroded

n/s/f wheel rim slightly buckled

wish bone bushes deterioated

Pass 30 May 2017 71,361 miles

brake disc corroded

wish bone bushes deteriorated

Pass 10 May 2016 68,936 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 66,624 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 66,585 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2014 64,744 miles

Front Tyres Perishing Slightly.

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

Slight Leak And Deterioration To Exhaust Centre Section.

Pass 7 May 2013 62,948 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 61,345 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 59,326 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2010 57,738 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 55,226 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2009 55,226 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 53,096 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 53,096 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2007 50,162 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 50,162 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2006 45,872 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2006 45,872 miles
Pass 26 May 2005 40,631 miles
Fail 23 May 2005 40,590 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

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

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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N328 ABL is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 N328 ABL, 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 N328 ABL registered?

N328 ABL is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 25 June 1996.

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