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N71 XBD

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

15,637 mi
Last recorded15,637 miles
Recorded on15 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN71 XBD
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2024 15,637 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 May 2024 15,637 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2016 11,290 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 6,403 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 6,403 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 6,317 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 6,204 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 6,204 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 6,062 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 5,938 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 5,839 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 5,709 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 5,704 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 5,583 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 5,372 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 5,367 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 5,186 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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N71 XBD is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 N71 XBD, 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 N71 XBD registered?

N71 XBD is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 23 February 1996.

Is N71 XBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N71 XBD shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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