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N554 GSX

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

60,080 mi
Last recorded60,080 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2010
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN554 GSX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2010 60,080 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 60,080 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 54,940 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 54,920 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 51,628 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 48,568 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 45,736 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 45,736 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

slight cut on outer wall n/s/r tyre

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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N554 GSX is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 N554 GSX, 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 N554 GSX registered?

N554 GSX is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 June 1996.

Is N554 GSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N554 GSX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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