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N346 STX

1996 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

155,358 mi
Last recorded155,358 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2013
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN346 STX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2013 155,358 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 155,228 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2012 148,165 miles

O/S/R Wheel Bearing has slight noise when rotated

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

Fail 18 Jul 2012 148,100 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

O/S/R Wheel Bearing has slight noise when rotated

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 141,279 miles

corrosion to rear panel and rear chassis rail ends

n/s/f outer sill damaged at front

Fail 21 Jul 2011 141,250 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

corrosion to rear panel and rear chassis rail ends

n/s/f outer sill damaged at front

Pass 23 Jun 2010 138,087 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

coolant leak

Pass 20 Jul 2009 129,889 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 129,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 117,997 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 113,330 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 113,330 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 108,591 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 108,591 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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N346 STX is a 1996 Renault Clio in White with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 N346 STX, 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 N346 STX registered?

N346 STX is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 19 June 1996.

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