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S256 XNC

1999 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2019
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

100,838 mi
Last recorded100,838 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2018
Typical for 1999 Renault Clio71,557 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS256 XNC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2018 100,838 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 100,838 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 81,098 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 73,346 miles

Front discs lipped, pitted and in poor condition.

Nearside front tyre perished, split, wearing low and in poor condition.

Offside front tyre on legal limit and in poor condition.

Rear wiper blade split.

Fail 22 Jan 2016 73,346 miles

Front discs lipped, pitted and in poor condition.

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

Nearside front tyre perished, split, wearing low and in poor condition.

Offside front tyre on legal limit and in poor condition.

Rear wiper blade split.

Pass 23 Jan 2015 71,800 miles

Both front tyres heavily perished, starting to split,in poor condition and wearing low on inner edges.

Brake fluid level low.

Front discs pitted on edges.

Rear exhaust mount perished and starting to split.

Slight dampness to neaside front outer cv gaiter.

Fail 20 Jan 2015 71,800 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Both front tyres heavily perished, starting to split,in poor condition and wearing low on inner edges.

Brake fluid level low.

Front discs pitted on edges.

Rear exhaust mount perished and starting to split.

Slight dampness to neaside front outer cv gaiter.

Pass 21 Jan 2014 69,636 miles

Both rear tyres heavily perished, starting to split and in poor condition.

Front discs lipped, pitted and in poor condition.

Nearside rear tyre perished.

Rear exhaust mount perished and starting to split.

Fail 20 Jan 2014 69,636 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Both rear tyres heavily perished, starting to split and in poor condition.

Front discs lipped, pitted and in poor condition.

Nearside rear tyre perished.

Rear exhaust mount perished and starting to split.

Pass 23 Jan 2013 65,491 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 22 Jan 2013 65,477 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 57,777 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2010 55,334 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

sidewalls of rear tyres slightly perished

wiper blades deteriated - suggest replacement

Pass 24 Nov 2010 55,334 miles

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

sidewalls of rear tyres slightly perished

wiper blades deteriated - suggest replacement

Fail 7 Jun 2010 50,746 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 50,746 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 43,243 miles

Rear no.plate starting to delaminate.

Pass 4 Jun 2008 38,470 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 38,470 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 34,909 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 32,668 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2005 30,044 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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S256 XNC is a 1999 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 S256 XNC, 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 S256 XNC registered?

S256 XNC is a 1999 Renault Clio, first registered on 25 January 1999.

Is S256 XNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S256 XNC shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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