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N537 BCF

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

144,159 mi
Last recorded144,159 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2009
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN537 BCF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2009 144,159 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front number plate is deteriating and becoming dirty

nearside headlamp aim is on its lowest limit and will not adjust any higher

Fail 17 Aug 2009 144,159 miles

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Spare tyre defective

front number plate is deteriating and becoming dirty

nearside headlamp aim is on its lowest limit and will not adjust any higher

Pass 19 Aug 2008 140,298 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 133,145 miles

N/S/F Shock absorber damp.

N/S/R Tyre worn.

Pass 31 Aug 2006 126,692 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 122,252 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2005 122,252 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

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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N537 BCF is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N537 BCF, 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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What year was N537 BCF registered?

N537 BCF is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 June 1996.

Is N537 BCF safe to buy?

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