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N441 NPN

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

107,149 mi
Last recorded107,149 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2010
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN441 NPN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2010 107,149 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 107,147 miles

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

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

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

Nearside front steering arm has slight play

Offside front steering arm has slight play

Pass 27 Jul 2009 101,722 miles

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

corrosion on rear arches o/s just passed.

Fail 16 Feb 2008 92,794 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2008 92,794 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2007 88,668 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 78,851 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2006 78,851 miles

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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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N441 NPN is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 N441 NPN, 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 N441 NPN registered?

N441 NPN is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is N441 NPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N441 NPN shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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