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N668 FTP

1996 Renault Clio

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,915 mi
Last recorded120,915 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2010
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN668 FTP
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2010 120,915 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front has slight play in steering rack

offside front has slight play in steering rack

Pass 4 Feb 2009 118,960 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

front license plate cracked

nearside front has slight play in steering rack knuckle joint

offside front has slight play in steering rack knuckle joint

Pass 1 Feb 2008 116,523 miles

Oil leak

front number plate

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Fail 1 Feb 2008 116,523 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Oil leak

front number plate

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 31 Jan 2007 114,082 miles

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

slight play in rack on both sides

Pass 2 Feb 2006 111,615 miles

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

front no plate cracked

slight noise in o/s/f wheel bearing

slight play in n/s/f suspension/wheel bearing

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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N668 FTP is a 1996 Renault Clio in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N668 FTP, 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 N668 FTP registered?

N668 FTP is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 January 1996.

Is N668 FTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N668 FTP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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