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N385 SDW

1996 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

45,524 mi
Last recorded45,524 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2005
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN385 SDW
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2005 45,524 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 45,524 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (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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N385 SDW is a 1996 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 N385 SDW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N385 SDW?

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What year was N385 SDW registered?

N385 SDW is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 16 May 1996.

Is N385 SDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N385 SDW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N385 SDW have outstanding finance?

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