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N856 DKD

1996 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

128,584 mi
Last recorded128,584 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2012
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN856 DKD
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2012 128,584 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 128,257 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Steering wheel in a condition likely to injure the driver's hands (2.1.1)

Windscreen wiper control missing (8.2.1a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 111,233 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 111,009 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 90,509 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 84,508 miles

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

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 9 Feb 2009 84,508 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

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

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 80,703 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system slightly corroded

Oil leak

Pass 5 Feb 2007 78,812 miles

Advise nearside front strut top has slight play

Advise rear brake hose ferrules corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2006 77,450 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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N856 DKD is a 1996 Renault Clio in White with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 N856 DKD, 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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N856 DKD is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 February 1996.

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