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N836 JPV

1996 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

88,591 mi
Last recorded88,591 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2010
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN836 JPV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2010 88,591 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 88,591 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 84,382 miles

both front brake discs corroded

n/s/f brake flexi hose perished

n/s/f tyre worn outer edge

Pass 24 Jun 2008 80,099 miles

n/s/f brake flexi hose perished

n/s/r tyre low tread

slight play o/s rack

slight play o/s top shock mount

Fail 24 Jun 2008 80,099 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

n/s/f brake flexi hose perished

n/s/r tyre low tread

slight play o/s rack

slight play o/s top shock mount

Pass 5 Jul 2007 76,380 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 76,380 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

o/s/f tyre low tread †rear exhaust slight blow

Pass 30 Jun 2006 71,313 miles

as per 1st test

Fail 30 Jun 2006 71,313 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

front brake discs in poor condition

Pass 6 Jul 2005 65,225 miles

front discs becoming poor

rear brakes need servicing

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 JPV is a 1996 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 JPV, 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 JPV registered?

N836 JPV is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 5 July 1996.

Is N836 JPV safe to buy?

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