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N897 WCY

1996 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,611 mi
Last recorded131,611 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2012
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN897 WCY
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2012 131,611 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 119,601 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 108,889 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 98,751 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 94,885 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 89,970 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 83,606 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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N897 WCY is a 1996 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N897 WCY, 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 N897 WCY registered?

N897 WCY is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 17 July 1996.

Is N897 WCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N897 WCY shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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