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N653 PNV

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,752 mi
Last recorded70,752 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2017
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN653 PNV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2017 70,752 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 70,752 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 70,219 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 69,804 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer egde

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

oil leak

Fail 3 Nov 2015 69,804 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer egde

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

oil leak

Pass 4 Nov 2014 69,394 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 69,394 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 68,946 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 68,946 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 68,458 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 67,969 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 8 Nov 2010 67,397 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 66,825 miles

nearside rear wheel bearing has singt roughness

Pass 11 Nov 2008 6,622 miles

park brake lever has travel

Pass 7 Nov 2007 65,687 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 64,220 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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N653 PNV is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 N653 PNV, 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 N653 PNV registered?

N653 PNV is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 January 1996.

Is N653 PNV safe to buy?

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