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N542 CNF

1996 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

65,869 mi
Last recorded65,869 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2013
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN542 CNF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2013 65,869 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 60,875 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 60,875 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 58,846 miles

front number plate cracked

oil leak

rear wiper split

water pump leaking

Pass 29 Mar 2010 54,773 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking in tread pattern..

offside front tyre wearing..

steering wheel cover..

windscreen marked..

Pass 17 Jun 2009 52,273 miles

windscreen scratched

Fail 15 Jun 2009 52,273 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

windscreen scratched

Pass 9 May 2008 50,468 miles

slight noise from off side front wheel

Fail 8 May 2008 50,468 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

slight noise from off side front wheel

Pass 18 May 2007 46,451 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 May 2006 41,728 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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N542 CNF is a 1996 Renault Clio in White with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 N542 CNF, 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

How do I check the history of N542 CNF?

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What year was N542 CNF registered?

N542 CNF is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 18 May 1996.

Is N542 CNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N542 CNF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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