CarVerify

Free Car Check

N741 MYJ

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,529 mi
Last recorded131,529 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2017
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN741 MYJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2017 131,529 miles

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorating

Offside Rear tyre deteriorating

Pass 27 Jan 2016 129,808 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)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both and noisy (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel both sides (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 27 Jan 2016 129,808 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both and noisy (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel both sides (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 27 Jan 2015 127,415 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 127,415 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 125,842 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 27 Jan 2014 125,842 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 123,631 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 121,338 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 119,367 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 6 Jan 2010 117,633 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 21 Jan 2009 111,160 miles

slight play in both front inner steering rack joints

Pass 25 Jan 2008 109,425 miles

slight play in both front top suspension mountings

Fail 24 Jan 2008 109,425 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

slight play in both front top suspension mountings

Pass 22 Jan 2007 104,355 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 98,215 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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
Full Renault Clio reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N741 MYJ is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 N741 MYJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N741 MYJ?

You can check the full history of N741 MYJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N741 MYJ registered?

N741 MYJ is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N741 MYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N741 MYJ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N741 MYJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N741 MYJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.