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N524 RNR

1996 Renault Clio

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

122,402 mi
Last recorded122,402 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2016
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN524 RNR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2016 122,402 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 122,402 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 117,433 miles

driver very old

Pass 6 Mar 2014
Pass 27 Feb 2013 102,079 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 95,242 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 95,241 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 87,314 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 87,304 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Trye side walls cracking badly.

Pass 18 Feb 2010 76,791 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 72,915 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 68,566 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 64,057 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 59,840 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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N524 RNR is a 1996 Renault Clio in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 N524 RNR, 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 N524 RNR registered?

N524 RNR is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 26 March 1996.

Is N524 RNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N524 RNR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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