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N709 VPJ

1996 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

342,056 mi
Last recorded342,056 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2014
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN709 VPJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2014 342,056 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 33,819 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 33,401 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 33,401 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 32,878 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 32,359 miles

n/s/r wheel bearing slighty noisy

o/s/f wiper blade split

Pass 24 Jun 2009 31,879 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 24 Jun 2009 31,879 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 31,348 miles

STRONG ADVISE BOTH FRONT TYRES HEAVILY PERISHED ON OUTER EDGES.

Pass 20 Jun 2007 30,753 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 30,753 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2006

front indicator bulbs slightly white

Pass 27 Jun 2005 29,693 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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N709 VPJ is a 1996 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N709 VPJ, 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 N709 VPJ registered?

N709 VPJ is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 20 July 1996.

Is N709 VPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N709 VPJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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