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N511 DSF

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,732 mi
Last recorded22,732 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN511 DSF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2013 22,732 miles

exhaust rusty

Pass 1 Aug 2012 22,597 miles

corrosion at exhaust center section

Pass 1 Aug 2011 22,511 miles

corrosion at exhaust center and rear section

nail in offside rear tyre

nearside front tyre perished

nearside rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 29 Jul 2010 21,658 miles

exhaust center section corroded and weak

nearside front tyre perished

nearside rear tyre perished

offside rear tyre cut at tread

Pass 4 Aug 2009 21,384 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 21,345 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 20,827 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front brake discs slightly worn

both rear tyres cracking at tread

nail in offside rear tyre

nearside front tyre cracking at tread

Pass 30 Jun 2006 20,120 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 20,120 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2005 19,410 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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N511 DSF is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 N511 DSF, 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

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What year was N511 DSF registered?

N511 DSF is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 12 January 1996.

Is N511 DSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N511 DSF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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