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N696 XAC

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

66,947 mi
Last recorded66,947 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2012
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN696 XAC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2012 66,947 miles

front no plate damaged

oil leak from engine

Pass 25 May 2011 64,968 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 63,528 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

all 4 tyres sidewalls cracking

Pass 9 Jun 2010 63,528 miles

all 4 tyres sidewalls cracking

Pass 23 Jun 2009 61,868 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 61,868 miles

Offside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 59,965 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jul 2008 59,965 miles

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jul 2007 58,183 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 55,399 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 55,396 miles

Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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N696 XAC is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 N696 XAC, 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 N696 XAC registered?

N696 XAC is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 January 1996.

Is N696 XAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N696 XAC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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