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N483 LSE

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

96,364 mi
Last recorded96,364 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2012
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN483 LSE
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2012 96,364 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 96,364 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 69,442 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 55,206 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 42,285 miles

backbox rubber split but exhaust still secure at time of test

o/s/f strut top noisy when turned

spare tyre flat

underneath of vehicle corroded at places

Fail 15 Dec 2009 42,285 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

backbox rubber split but exhaust still secure at time of test

o/s/f strut top noisy when turned

spare tyre flat

underneath of vehicle corroded at places

Pass 17 Dec 2008 39,078 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 37,724 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 35,385 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 May 2006 33,476 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 33,467 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

o/s/r tyre sidewall perished

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 LSE is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LSE, 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

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What year was N483 LSE registered?

N483 LSE is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 24 June 1996.

Is N483 LSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N483 LSE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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