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N73 HPX

1996 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2017
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

24,711 mi
Last recorded24,711 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2016
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN73 HPX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2016 24,711 miles

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 21 Oct 2016 24,711 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 23,186 miles

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

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

front number plate cracked

front wiper blades split

oil leak

Pass 20 Oct 2014 20,800 miles

Oil leak

Fail 20 Oct 2014 20,800 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2013 18,250 miles

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

Oil leak

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Fail 6 Nov 2013 18,248 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 17 Jan 2013 17,899 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Fail 16 Jan 2013 17,899 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Fail 18 Dec 2012 17,896 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2011 17,406 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 16,968 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 16,715 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 16,715 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 16,381 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2008 16,263 miles

Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 15,977 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 14,917 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2005 13,530 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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N73 HPX is a 1996 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 N73 HPX, 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 N73 HPX registered?

N73 HPX is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 19 July 1996.

Is N73 HPX safe to buy?

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