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N915 UPE

1996 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

30,551 mi
Last recorded30,551 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN915 UPE
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 30,551 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 30,551 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 27,816 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 27,816 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush top mount (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush top mount (2.7.4)

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

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 26,648 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top mount (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top mount (2.7.4)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 24,849 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 23,736 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 22,109 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 20,989 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 20,052 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 20,051 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 19,592 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 19,592 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2009 18,599 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 17,079 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 17,079 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 15,531 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 13,939 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 13,939 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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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N915 UPE is a 1996 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 N915 UPE, 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 N915 UPE registered?

N915 UPE is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 15 April 1996.

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