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N961 VNH

1996 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,976 mi
Last recorded101,976 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2009
Typical for 1996 Renault Clio77,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN961 VNH
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2009 101,976 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 101,973 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 99,413 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 95,163 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 90,923 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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N961 VNH is a 1996 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N961 VNH, 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

How do I check the history of N961 VNH?

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What year was N961 VNH registered?

N961 VNH is a 1996 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 January 1996.

Is N961 VNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N961 VNH shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N961 VNH have outstanding finance?

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