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N49 HPX

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

100,261 mi
Last recorded100,261 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2009
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN49 HPX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2009 100,261 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

advise condition of n/s/r light lense

advise gear box stabiliser bar bushs split

advise handbrake travel

advise n/s/r tyre sidewall perished

inside repair os floor

Fail 7 Jul 2009 100,250 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Oil leak

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

advise condition of n/s/r light lense

advise gear box stabiliser bar bushs split

advise handbrake travel

advise n/s/r tyre sidewall perished

Pass 8 Sep 2008 96,280 miles

n/s/r lamp cracked

Pass 22 Aug 2007 92,536 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 92,529 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 87,197 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 87,197 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2005 81,423 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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N49 HPX is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N49 HPX, 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 N49 HPX?

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What year was N49 HPX registered?

N49 HPX is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 June 1996.

Is N49 HPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N49 HPX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N49 HPX have outstanding finance?

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