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N479 MWT

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

60,466 mi
Last recorded60,466 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2014
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN479 MWT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2014 60,466 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2014 60,466 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 59,710 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 59,104 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 58,252 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 58,252 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 57,355 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 55,887 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 55,887 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 53,647 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 50,815 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 50,815 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 49,467 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 49,467 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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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N479 MWT is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 N479 MWT, 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 N479 MWT registered?

N479 MWT is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 25 June 1996.

Is N479 MWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N479 MWT shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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