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N472 SFL

1996 Renault Clio

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

153,371 mi
Last recorded153,371 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2009
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN472 SFL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2009 153,371 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 148,330 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 148,330 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 142,279 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 142,278 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 May 2006 138,719 miles

both front anti roll bar end bushes getting worn

both rear shocker tops getting corroded

engine oil leak

front number plate cracked

metal part of rear flexes getting corroded

offside front wishbone mounting bushes getting worn

rear chassis rails getting corroded

rear floor crossmember getting corroded

some play steering rack

Pass 10 Jun 2005 130,024 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2005 130,024 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod cracked (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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N472 SFL is a 1996 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 N472 SFL, 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 N472 SFL registered?

N472 SFL is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 March 1996.

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