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N616 DME

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,113 mi
Last recorded62,113 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2013
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN616 DME
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2013 62,113 miles

Complete exhaust system has become corroded

both front coil spring have become corroded

Fail 29 Apr 2013 62,113 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Complete exhaust system has become corroded

Ns front tyre has worn to 2mm [155/70/13t]

both front coil spring have become corroded

wheel alignment will be required

Pass 30 Apr 2012 59,716 miles

brakes require attension

front brake discs very corroded and pitted

front coil springs becoming corroded

hand brake travel high

tracking will be required

Fail 27 Apr 2012 59,698 miles

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

brakes require attension

front brake discs very corroded and pitted

front coil springs becoming corroded

hand brake travel high

tracking will be required

Pass 3 May 2011 56,758 miles

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

front brake disc's very rusty

Pass 4 May 2010 48,170 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 48,170 miles

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

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

front number plate damaged

offside front tyre worn unevenly inner & wearing outer edges & nail in tyre

tear in nearside front tyre outer wall

Pass 6 May 2009 42,133 miles

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

front brake discs badly corroded

tear in nearside front tyre outer wall

Pass 28 Apr 2008 37,355 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 31,919 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 26,671 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 26,671 miles

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

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

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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N616 DME is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N616 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 N616 DME registered?

N616 DME is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 April 1996.

Is N616 DME safe to buy?

The MOT history for N616 DME shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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