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N473 BKJ

1996 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

55,735 mi
Last recorded55,735 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2015
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN473 BKJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2015 55,735 miles

Minor oil leak

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 55,123 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2013 53,256 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Dec 2011 51,376 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 50,100 miles

front discs worn

Pass 14 Jan 2010 47,824 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Jan 2010 47,817 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 45,483 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 43,268 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 43,268 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 40,837 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Dec 2006 40,837 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2005 38,707 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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N473 BKJ is a 1996 Renault Clio in White with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N473 BKJ, 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 N473 BKJ registered?

N473 BKJ is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 22 January 1996.

Is N473 BKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N473 BKJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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