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N452 DML

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,930 mi
Last recorded61,930 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2015
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN452 DML
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2015 61,930 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 61,930 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 53,079 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 51,553 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 51,547 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2012 49,530 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 47,699 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 45,725 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 43,854 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2008 41,033 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 38,529 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2006 36,474 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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N452 DML is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N452 DML, 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 N452 DML registered?

N452 DML is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 12 July 1996.

Is N452 DML safe to buy?

The MOT history for N452 DML shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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