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N485 KCV

1996 Renault Clio

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,258 mi
Last recorded126,258 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2014
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN485 KCV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2014 126,258 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 117,376 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 114,936 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front windscreen damaged

Pass 18 Jan 2012 114,936 miles

front windscreen damaged

Fail 20 Jan 2011 111,093 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 111,093 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 105,072 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 105,072 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2009 101,323 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2009 101,323 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 97,045 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 91,206 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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N485 KCV is a 1996 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N485 KCV, 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 N485 KCV registered?

N485 KCV is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 February 1996.

Is N485 KCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N485 KCV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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