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N899 MHS

1996 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

92,059 mi
Last recorded92,059 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2011
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN899 MHS
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2011 92,059 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 91,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Mar 2010 89,259 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 89,186 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 87,622 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 83,704 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 80,141 miles

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

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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N899 MHS is a 1996 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N899 MHS, 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 N899 MHS registered?

N899 MHS is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 3 January 1996.

Is N899 MHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N899 MHS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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