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N743 FOW

1996 Renault Clio

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

190,644 mi
Last recorded190,644 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN743 FOW
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 190,644 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 181,552 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 170,152 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 158,692 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jun 2014 158,692 miles

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2013 149,971 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)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 138,834 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 130,628 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 122,014 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 115,632 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 109,538 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 102,270 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 95,297 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 95,288 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush 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
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N743 FOW is a 1996 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N743 FOW, 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 N743 FOW registered?

N743 FOW is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 22 January 1996.

Is N743 FOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N743 FOW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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