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NL51 WNC

2001 Renault Clio

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

143,441 mi
Last recorded143,441 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Clio66,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL51 WNC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2015 143,441 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Injectors leaking slightly

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 137,677 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 131,490 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside front tyre has been run at very low pressure but no visible major damage

Pass 11 Jul 2012 123,271 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jul 2012 123,218 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2011 114,826 miles

engine oil leaks

nearside and offside front brake discs worn

offside front shock absorber suspect leak

Pass 22 Jul 2010 103,892 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 92,454 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Aug 2008 80,503 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 66,651 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 53,086 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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NL51 WNC is a 2001 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2001 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 66,921 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 NL51 WNC, 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 25 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NL51 WNC registered?

NL51 WNC is a 2001 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is NL51 WNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL51 WNC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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