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N565 UPA

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

26,871 mi
Last recorded26,871 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN565 UPA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016 26,871 miles

Both front tyres are worn to 3-4mm

Play in ns front and os front steering joints

Steering UJ is worn

Pass 22 Apr 2015 26,523 miles

Play in steering rack

Play in steering u/j

Pass 20 Jan 2014 26,287 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 26,070 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 26,070 miles

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

Excessive oil leak (investigate)

Exhaust blow from back box.Recommend replace

Rear exhaust baffles loose.Recommend replace

Pass 18 Jan 2012 25,709 miles

movement in front suspension joints

Fail 18 Jan 2012 25,709 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

movement in front suspension joints

Pass 14 Jan 2011 25,143 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 23,366 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 23,366 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 21,951 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 21,949 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2008 20,327 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 19,398 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 18,403 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 18,403 miles

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

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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N565 UPA is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 N565 UPA, 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 N565 UPA registered?

N565 UPA is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 17 January 1996.

Is N565 UPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N565 UPA shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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