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N45 VPM

1996 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

72,167 mi
Last recorded72,167 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2012
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN45 VPM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2012 72,167 miles

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 14 Nov 2012 72,164 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 70,361 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 68,306 miles

Rear o/s service brake low effiency

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 65,385 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 60,615 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 60,615 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 58,242 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 54,179 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 54,179 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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N45 VPM is a 1996 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 N45 VPM, 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 N45 VPM registered?

N45 VPM is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 25 June 1996.

Is N45 VPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N45 VPM shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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