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N836 GWT

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

98,611 mi
Last recorded98,611 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2007
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN836 GWT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2007 98,611 miles

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

advise all front suspenshion rubber bushe's in poor condition

advise nearside front seatbelt stalk has one strand broken

advise offside front brake binding slightly

advise offside front tyre wearing on inner edge and nearside rear tyre perashing and on 2mm

advise unable to see brake pipe's under plastic cover's

Fail 17 Mar 2007 98,168 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk cable has broken strands (5.2.4b)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

advise all front suspension rubber's in poor condition

advise both front tyre's bald on inside edge

advise nearside front seatbelt stalk has one broken strand

advise nearside rear tyre perished

advise offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 25 Mar 2006 94,235 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 94,235 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Mar 2006 94,231 miles

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

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

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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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N836 GWT is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N836 GWT, 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

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What year was N836 GWT registered?

N836 GWT is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is N836 GWT safe to buy?

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