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N61 YRC

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,815 mi
Last recorded25,815 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN61 YRC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2013 25,815 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

under body corrosion

Pass 3 Aug 2012 25,745 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 25,232 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 24,572 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 24,572 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 23,812 miles

advise left steering rack gaiter boot starting to crack

Fail 6 Aug 2009 23,812 miles

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

advise left steering rack gaiter boot starting to crack

Pass 5 Aug 2008 23,047 miles

Spare tyre defective

Fail 4 Aug 2008 23,047 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 7 Aug 2007 22,252 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 22,252 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 21,271 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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N61 YRC is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc 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 N61 YRC, 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 N61 YRC registered?

N61 YRC is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is N61 YRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N61 YRC 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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