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N522 AAN

1996 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

112,798 mi
Last recorded112,798 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2009
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN522 AAN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 4 Sep 2009 112,798 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 112,798 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 105,067 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 9 Sep 2008 105,067 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 21 Aug 2007 99,409 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 99,409 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 86,646 miles

Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 24 Aug 2006 86,646 miles

Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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N522 AAN is a 1996 Renault Clio in White with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 N522 AAN, 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 N522 AAN registered?

N522 AAN is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 25 May 1996.

Is N522 AAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N522 AAN shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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