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N56 AUK

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

180,267 mi
Last recorded180,267 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2013
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN56 AUK
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2013 180,267 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 174,355 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 155,154 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 154,799 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 154,795 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 149,290 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 140,524 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 123,290 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 124,986 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 124,737 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk cable has broken strands (5.2.4b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

front registration plate damaged but secure and legible

gear knob insecure

nearside rear tyre is cracking and perishing

rear brake hose fuerules rusty

spare wheel missing

Pass 29 Oct 2005 117,872 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2005 117,872 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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N56 AUK is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N56 AUK, 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 N56 AUK registered?

N56 AUK is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 4 April 1996.

Is N56 AUK safe to buy?

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