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N929 FWJ

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

54,823 mi
Last recorded54,823 miles
Recorded on31 May 2013
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN929 FWJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2013 54,823 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2012 52,012 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 50,467 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 May 2010 48,474 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 48,355 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 21 May 2009 45,983 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 43,302 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 41,091 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 39,584 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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N929 FWJ is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N929 FWJ, 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 N929 FWJ registered?

N929 FWJ is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 June 1996.

Is N929 FWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N929 FWJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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