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N347 MGT

1996 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2018
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

75,509 mi
Last recorded75,509 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN347 MGT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 75,509 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 74,366 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 73,805 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 73,512 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 73,512 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 73,241 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 73,241 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 17 Apr 2012 72,476 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 72,476 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 67,890 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 67,890 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Both front brake discs considerably worn and pitted

Pass 29 Mar 2010 62,403 miles

Oil leak

fan belt loose

long travel in handbrake

Fail 29 Mar 2010 62,403 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

fan belt loose

long travel in handbrake

Pass 8 May 2009 57,067 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 6 May 2009 57,067 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 28 Apr 2009 57,042 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

engine oil pan is becoming porus oil weeping

gear knob lose

Pass 2 May 2008 50,889 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 50,888 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 48,136 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 48,136 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2006 43,727 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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N347 MGT is a 1996 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 N347 MGT, 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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N347 MGT is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 17 May 1996.

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