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N454 WTT

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

120,599 mi
Last recorded120,599 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2014
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN454 WTT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2014 120,599 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Spare tyre defective

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 29 Aug 2014 120,553 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Spare tyre defective

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 28 Aug 2013 110,921 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 110,899 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 103,972 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 101,349 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 99,018 miles

exhaust deteriorating at rear

Pass 17 Aug 2009 95,768 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 91,663 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 87,882 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 82,250 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

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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N454 WTT is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 N454 WTT, 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

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What year was N454 WTT registered?

N454 WTT is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 18 July 1996.

Is N454 WTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N454 WTT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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