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N56 PFC

1996 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,817 mi
Last recorded93,817 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2015
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN56 PFC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2015 93,817 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 87,400 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 83,313 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 79,406 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 79,404 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 26 May 2011 76,099 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 73,752 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 May 2009 71,081 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 71,081 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2008 66,112 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 63,959 miles

Fnt.no.plate starred.

Pass 24 May 2006 60,720 miles

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 PFC is a 1996 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PFC, 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 N56 PFC registered?

N56 PFC is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 June 1996.

Is N56 PFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N56 PFC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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