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N52 XTF

1996 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

113,158 mi
Last recorded113,158 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2014
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN52 XTF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2014 113,158 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Oil leak

advancing underbody/component corrosion

Pass 22 Feb 2013 107,584 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 7,523 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

clutch rubber worn

long travel hand brake lever

o/s/f washer jet low water squirt

Pass 22 Feb 2012 103,205 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2011 98,188 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front brake discs worn

Pass 22 Feb 2010 94,897 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 90,004 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

travel in hand brake lever.

Fail 19 Feb 2009 90,004 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

travel in hand brake lever.

Pass 14 Jan 2008 81,314 miles

o/s/r tyre worn 2mm.

oil leaks around bottom of engine area.

Fail 9 Jan 2008 81,221 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

o/s/r tyre worn 2mm.

oil leaks around bottom of engine area.

Pass 22 Apr 2006 75,157 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 75,144 miles

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

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

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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N52 XTF is a 1996 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N52 XTF, 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.

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N52 XTF is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 16 February 1996.

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