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N361 VPB

1996 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

125,746 mi
Last recorded125,746 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2012
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN361 VPB
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2012 125,746 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 114,817 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 114,813 miles

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

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 7 Sep 2009 102,580 miles

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

slight corrosion outside prescibed area at o/s/r

slight damage to front No plate

Pass 7 Sep 2009 102,580 miles

slight corrosion outside prescibed area at o/s/r

slight damage to front No plate

Pass 24 Sep 2008 95,272 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 95,272 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 89,062 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 88,981 miles

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 80,119 miles

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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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N361 VPB is a 1996 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 N361 VPB, 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 N361 VPB registered?

N361 VPB is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 April 1996.

Is N361 VPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N361 VPB shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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