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1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,928 mi
Last recorded114,928 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2014
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN728 CBD
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2014 114,928 miles

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

exhaust back box baffles worn

front brake discs corroded, o/s brake pad wire broken

Fail 24 Apr 2014 114,928 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust back box baffles worn

front brake discs corroded, o/s brake pad wire broken

Pass 22 May 2013 107,305 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake inbalance 20%

Fail 21 May 2013 107,305 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 May 2012 101,336 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 94,562 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 89,095 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 86,737 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 82,650 miles

chips in both head lights

cut in side wall off n/s/front tyre

front disc;s corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2007 79,842 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 74,490 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 74,490 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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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N728 CBD is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N728 CBD, 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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N728 CBD is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 June 1996.

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