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N659 PUV

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,705 mi
Last recorded111,705 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2012
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN659 PUV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2012 111,705 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 107,043 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 101,480 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 98,513 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 92,753 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2007 88,523 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 83,866 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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N659 PUV is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N659 PUV, 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 N659 PUV registered?

N659 PUV is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 April 1996.

Is N659 PUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N659 PUV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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