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1996 Renault Clio 1.2L Petrol · N887 AOC

N887 AOC

1996 Renault Clio (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 1996. Recorded mileage 53,117 miles. MOT expired on 21 Mar 2024.

Make & Model
RENAULT CLIO
Year / Origin
1996 · Newcastle
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 21 Mar 2024
Road Tax
Untaxed (30 Sept 2025)
Recorded Mileage
53,117 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 21 Mar 2024
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 30 Sept 2025
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
1996
Engine
1171cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The most recent MOT in March 2023 recorded multiple issues, including a front oil leak, corrosion in body structure components, and a worn suspension arm bush. Brake imbalance was also noted, though the vehicle passed. Earlier MOTs show recurring corrosion in sills and chassis areas, with some suspension wear and brake pad thinning. The 2021 MOT included a failed result due to an insecure battery and headlamp alignment, while the 2022 MOT highlighted brake imbalance and a corroded brake pipe. Corrosion in body structure components appears to be a persistent issue, with no evidence of significant structural compromise. However, repeated mentions of corrosion near mounting points and sills suggest potential long-term durability risks, especially if moisture ingress has occurred. Brake systems show mixed results, with wear on pads, imbalance issues, and a corroded brake pipe. Suspension components, including a worn bush and ball joint, indicate gradual degradation. The condition trend is mixed but shows no clear worsening. Corrosion and brake wear recur, but these may reflect age-related deterioration rather than accelerating failure.

N887 AOC Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/03/2023
  • 53,117 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (11 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
50
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (67%)
! Older vehicle
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N887 AOC Mileage History

  1. 10/03/202252,124 mi
  2. 20/03/202353,117 mi+993 mi
  3. 22/03/202353,117 mi

Average of roughly 962 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

N887 AOC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Jun 2026, 17:26
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Renault Clio (N887 AOC) between March 2022 and March 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 22 March 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (11 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 20 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”.

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