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N345 CDT

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

57,163 mi
Last recorded57,163 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2014
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN345 CDT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2014 57,163 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 46,943 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 44,995 miles

both rear tyres perishing

Fail 6 Jun 2012 44,995 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 23 Jun 2011 44,194 miles

front number plate slightly deteriorated

offside trackrod has slight play at inner joint

offside wiper blade slightly deteriorated

Fail 17 Jun 2011 44,189 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

front number plate slightly deteriorated

offside trackrod has slight play at inner joint

offside wiper blade slightly deteriorated

Pass 25 May 2010 42,382 miles

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

front number plate cracked & slightly deteriorated

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 25 May 2010 42,382 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

front number plate cracked & slightly deteriorated

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 2 Jun 2009 40,809 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 39,451 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 37,676 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 37,676 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

front registration plate cracked

offside rear wheel bearing feels slightly rough

Pass 18 May 2006 36,028 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 36,028 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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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N345 CDT is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 N345 CDT, 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 N345 CDT registered?

N345 CDT is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 7 March 1996.

Is N345 CDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N345 CDT shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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