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N490 YJW

1996 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

53,046 mi
Last recorded53,046 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN490 YJW
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 53,046 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 48,804 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 44,471 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 40,287 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 36,123 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 29,436 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2021 29,435 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 28,989 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 28,989 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Front Bonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 28,935 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 28,880 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 28,862 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 28,837 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 28,809 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 28,254 miles

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 28,254 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 27,432 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2011 26,485 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 26,068 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 26,068 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 25,916 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 25,657 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2007 25,349 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 24,671 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 23,620 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2005 23,620 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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N490 YJW is a 1996 Renault Clio in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 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 N490 YJW, 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 N490 YJW?

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What year was N490 YJW registered?

N490 YJW is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 April 1996.

Is N490 YJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N490 YJW shows 26 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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