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N946 XOJ

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

41,867 mi
Last recorded41,867 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2018
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN946 XOJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2018 41,867 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 33,802 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 33,796 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 33,650 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 33,281 miles

N/S/F outer indicator lens broken.

N/S/R tyre outer sidewall scuffed & cracked.

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 33,281 miles

N/S/F outer indicator lens broken.

N/S/R tyre outer sidewall scuffed & cracked.

Pass 15 Apr 2013 32,836 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 32,422 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 32,422 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 31,856 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 31,319 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 31,319 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight knocking noise in steering

Pass 20 Apr 2009 30,868 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 30,377 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Outer Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 29,890 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 29,470 miles

n/s/front tyre tread low-----both front brake discs inner faint rust appearing---rear exhaust box poor condition--

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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N946 XOJ is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 N946 XOJ, 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 N946 XOJ registered?

N946 XOJ is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 February 1996.

Is N946 XOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N946 XOJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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