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N508 OYT

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

71,474 mi
Last recorded71,474 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2013
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN508 OYT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2013 71,474 miles

front bumper damaged

nearside front brake hose perishing

nearside front indicator lens missing

nearside front steering rack gaitor perishing

nearside rear tyre getting low on tread

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

spare tyre distorted and perishing

Pass 4 Dec 2012 67,247 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 67,247 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

damage to bodywork & trims

front section of exhaust corroded

Pass 19 Dec 2011 63,293 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 63,293 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

both front wipers splitting

nearside front seatbelt stork damaged

Pass 22 Nov 2010 57,846 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 57,797 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

corrosion to exhaust, heavy in places

damage to bodywork

osf seatbelt staulk cover insecure

Pass 18 Nov 2009 52,107 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 46,900 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 44,702 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 41,497 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 39,924 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 39,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

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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N508 OYT is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 N508 OYT, 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 N508 OYT?

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What year was N508 OYT registered?

N508 OYT is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 12 January 1996.

Is N508 OYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N508 OYT shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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