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N958 CKO

1996 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

120,692 mi
Last recorded120,692 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN958 CKO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2015 120,692 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2015 120,690 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 May 2014 119,009 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 117,100 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 113,160 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 113,160 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 May 2011 109,993 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 107,328 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 107,328 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 102,050 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 102,046 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2008 95,478 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 89,194 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 82,071 miles
Fail 11 May 2005 74,627 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 May 2005 74,627 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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N958 CKO is a 1996 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 N958 CKO, 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 N958 CKO registered?

N958 CKO is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 3 May 1996.

Is N958 CKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N958 CKO shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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