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N496 UFL

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,054 mi
Last recorded42,054 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2013
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN496 UFL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2013 42,054 miles

exhaust system rubber splitting causing slight occassional knock.

front discs corroding.

Pass 23 Jan 2012 40,595 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 40,595 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2011 37,337 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

advise: both front wipers split.b ut still clearing screen.

advise: play in both front hub asemblys.

advise: play in steering rack.

Fail 4 Feb 2010 35,910 miles

Advise: Brakes may need an all round service, to eliminate any stiffness/ noises felt.

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

STRONG ADVISE: o/s/f tyre is badly perishing and should be changed.

Pass 4 Feb 2010 35,910 miles

Advise: Brakes may need an all round service, to eliminate any stiffness/ noises felt.

STRONG ADVISE: o/s/f tyre is badly perishing and should be changed.

Pass 2 Feb 2009 33,638 miles

advise: only retested fail items.

Fail 28 Jan 2009 33,631 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 32,170 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 31,508 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 30,424 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 30,424 miles

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

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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N496 UFL is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol 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 N496 UFL, 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 N496 UFL?

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What year was N496 UFL registered?

N496 UFL is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 February 1996.

Is N496 UFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N496 UFL 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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