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N943 SRU

1996 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,979 mi
Last recorded39,979 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2009
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN943 SRU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2009 39,979 miles

Brake discs worn and pitted

Fail 12 Mar 2009 93,971 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake discs worn and pitted

Pass 11 Feb 2008 85,649 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 80,658 miles

both seats slightly insecure. †slight movement in n/s/f steering. †modification to suspension(lower springs ect)but no excessive movement.all suspension in good working order.

Pass 25 Feb 2006 78,687 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 25 Feb 2006 78,687 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Exhaust slightly more loud than standard

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

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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N943 SRU is a 1996 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N943 SRU, 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 N943 SRU registered?

N943 SRU is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 19 February 1996.

Is N943 SRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N943 SRU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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