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N86 NFG

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

45,293 mi
Last recorded45,293 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2023
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN86 NFG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2023 45,293 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 44,693 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2021 44,061 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 43,460 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2020 43,458 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 42,772 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2019 42,772 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 41,837 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 40,989 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 40,989 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 39,778 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2016 39,778 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 36,912 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 35,706 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 34,781 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 34,156 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 33,550 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

some play in steering column

Pass 15 Dec 2010 33,178 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 32,552 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 31,612 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 30,406 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 28,166 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 26,549 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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N86 NFG is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 N86 NFG, 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 N86 NFG registered?

N86 NFG is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 January 1996.

Is N86 NFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N86 NFG shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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