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N46 BOV

1996 Renault Clio

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

117,451 mi
Last recorded117,451 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2009
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN46 BOV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2009 117,451 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

nearside front brake binding on slightly with vehicle suspension hanging

Pass 24 Apr 2008 110,260 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 110,260 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2006 100,174 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 100,114 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

engine misfiring

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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N46 BOV is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N46 BOV, 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 N46 BOV?

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What year was N46 BOV registered?

N46 BOV is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 May 1996.

Is N46 BOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N46 BOV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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