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N574 DME

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

41,389 mi
Last recorded41,389 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2016
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN574 DME
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2016 41,389 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 38,567 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 38,505 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 35,044 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Aug 2013 33,352 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 33,349 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Apr 2012 31,041 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 31,041 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 28,262 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 28,262 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2010 27,046 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 25,662 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 25,660 miles

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

nearside rear tyre cracking on side wall

Pass 6 May 2008 24,608 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 23,400 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 23,400 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 43,855 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 May 2006 43,855 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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N574 DME is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 N574 DME, 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 N574 DME registered?

N574 DME is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 16 April 1996.

Is N574 DME safe to buy?

The MOT history for N574 DME shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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