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N387 GCS

1996 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

92,597 mi
Last recorded92,597 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2012
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN387 GCS
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2012 92,597 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 92,592 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 88,992 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 86,256 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 86,256 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 81,031 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 29 Jun 2009 81,031 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2008 76,252 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 76,252 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 70,767 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 69,581 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 69,581 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.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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N387 GCS is a 1996 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 N387 GCS, 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 N387 GCS registered?

N387 GCS is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 3 January 1996.

Is N387 GCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N387 GCS shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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