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N483 EPU

1996 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

95,516 mi
Last recorded95,516 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2012
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN483 EPU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2012 95,516 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 95,513 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Centre registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 94,120 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 92,232 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 90,452 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 88,194 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 85,656 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 79,999 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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N483 EPU is a 1996 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 N483 EPU, 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 N483 EPU?

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What year was N483 EPU registered?

N483 EPU is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 March 1996.

Is N483 EPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N483 EPU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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