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N461 YAC

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,448 mi
Last recorded60,448 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2009
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN461 YAC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Jan 2009 60,448 miles

**** NO REAR SEATS FITTED,BELTS IN REAR OF VEHICLE FREYED,IF SEATS REFITTED WILL REQUIRE NEW BELTS ! ****

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 60,448 miles

**** NO REAR SEATS FITTED,BELTS IN REAR OF VEHICLE FREYED,IF SEATS REFITTED WILL REQUIRE NEW BELTS ! ****

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 56,338 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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N461 YAC is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N461 YAC, 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

How do I check the history of N461 YAC?

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What year was N461 YAC registered?

N461 YAC is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 February 1996.

Is N461 YAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N461 YAC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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