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S131 NFJ

1999 Renault Clio

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

102,031 mi
Last recorded102,031 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2008
Typical for 1999 Renault Clio71,557 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS131 NFJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Apr 2008 102,031 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 102,031 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 95,157 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 95,157 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 88,083 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

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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S131 NFJ is a 1999 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1999 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 71,557 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S131 NFJ, 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 27 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 S131 NFJ registered?

S131 NFJ is a 1999 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 January 1999.

Is S131 NFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S131 NFJ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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