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N522 SBB

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2009
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

87,097 mi
Last recorded87,097 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2009
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN522 SBB
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Jan 2009 87,097 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

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

near side rear chassis rail completely rusted through

other areas of floor / underbody rusting

Fail 18 Jan 2008 84,256 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 84,256 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 76,597 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

some cracking to drivers seatbelt stork but not affecting the safty or operation at this time

Pass 23 Jan 2007 76,597 miles

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

some cracking to drivers seatbelt stork but not affecting the safty or operation at this time

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 SBB is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 SBB, 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 SBB registered?

N522 SBB is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 February 1996.

Is N522 SBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N522 SBB shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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