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N717 BKM

1996 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

116,765 mi
Last recorded116,765 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2007
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN717 BKM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2007 116,765 miles

Nearside headlight slightly discoloured

small cut in nearside rear tyre sidewall

Fail 10 Sep 2007 116,730 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

nearside headlight slightly discoloured

small cut in nearside rear tyre sidewall

Pass 13 Oct 2006 105,854 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Oct 2006 105,849 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2005 94,885 miles

Emissions readings fluctuate

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

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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N717 BKM is a 1996 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N717 BKM, 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 N717 BKM registered?

N717 BKM is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 January 1996.

Is N717 BKM safe to buy?

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