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N848 VFO

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

90,966 mi
Last recorded90,966 miles
Recorded on15 May 2013
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN848 VFO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2013 90,966 miles

Lower Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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

Fail 15 May 2013 90,966 miles

Lower Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 18 May 2012 88,104 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 88,104 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 May 2011 85,145 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 82,329 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2010 82,329 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 79,825 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 76,787 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 76,787 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 73,446 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 73,446 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2005 68,881 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2005 68,881 miles

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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N848 VFO is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 N848 VFO, 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 N848 VFO registered?

N848 VFO is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N848 VFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N848 VFO shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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