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N457 TCU

1996 Renault Clio

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,660 mi
Last recorded116,660 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2007
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN457 TCU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2007 116,660 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 108,498 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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N457 TCU is a 1996 Renault Clio in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N457 TCU, 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 N457 TCU registered?

N457 TCU is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 7 June 1996.

Is N457 TCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N457 TCU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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