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N795 OTX

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,558 mi
Last recorded66,558 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2014
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN795 OTX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2014 66,558 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 66,539 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 59,887 miles

front number plate cracked.

Fail 26 Nov 2013 59,884 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front number plate cracked.

Fail 10 Dec 2012 56,096 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

front brake discs slightly pitted

o/s/r arch slightly corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2012 56,096 miles

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

front brake discs slightly pitted

o/s/r arch slightly corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2011 53,297 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 52,018 miles

advise dampness on the nearside inner drive shaft boot

advise front number plate cracked

advise slight noise to both rear wheel bearings

advise surface corrossion started on both front brake discs on inner faces

Pass 9 Nov 2009 50,756 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside inner drive shaft boot damp

Pass 11 Nov 2008 49,512 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 48,027 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 48,027 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 45,393 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 45,393 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Nov 2005 42,246 miles

corrossion starting on both front braking discs

corrossion starting on exhaust system

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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N795 OTX is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N795 OTX, 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 N795 OTX registered?

N795 OTX is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 26 January 1996.

Is N795 OTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N795 OTX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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