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Renault Clio Iconic Sce Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Renault Clio Iconic Sce reliable? We analysed 3,761 real MOT tests across 1,058 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,761 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
86.1%
Typical Mileage
22,522mi
Annual Mileage
5,425mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Renault Clio Iconic Sce is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Clio Iconic Sce.

Renault Clio Iconic Sce Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Renault Clio Iconic Sce. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Renault Clio Iconic Sce MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Renault Clio Iconic Sce to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

87.8%
2021
85.7%
2020

Renault Clio Iconic Sce Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Renault Clio Iconic Sce models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 30
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14

Renault Clio Iconic Sce Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Renault Clio Iconic Sce owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,272 mi/yr
Typical
5,425 mi/yr
Average
6,173 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,051 mi/yr

Renault Clio Iconic Sce MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault Clio Iconic Sce year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 476 87.8% 15,448 21,929 30,828
2020 3,165 85.7% 15,162 22,419 31,242

How Long Does a Renault Clio Iconic Sce Last?

Based on 1,058 Renault Clio Iconic Sce vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.4 years
Median
4.0 years

Renault Clio Iconic Sce Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Renault Clio Iconic Sce MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
22,522 mi
75th Percentile
31,400 mi
95th Percentile
48,778 mi
Max Recorded
205,575 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Renault Clio Iconic Sce

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

87.8% MOT pass rate from 476 tests

Year to avoid
2020

85.7% MOT pass rate from 3,165 tests

The best year to buy a used Renault Clio Iconic Sce is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.8% across 476 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Renault Clio Iconic Sce Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Renault Clio Iconic Sce THIS CAR 86.1% 3,761 22,522 mi — yrs
Renault Clio 67.1% 14,729,048 62,807 mi 33 yrs
Renault Megane 67.3% 7,306,346 70,453 mi 30 yrs
Renault Laguna 64.6% 2,783,232 89,257 mi 32 yrs
Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Premium + A 91.9% 1,615 22,993 mi — yrs

Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault Clio Iconic Sce outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Renault Clio Iconic Sce?

The Renault Clio Iconic Sce has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.1% across 3,761 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Renault Clio Iconic Sce with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Renault Clio Iconic Sce owner drives around 5,425 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Renault Clio Iconic Sce — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Renault Clio Iconic Sce reliable?
Based on 3,761 MOT tests, the Renault Clio Iconic Sce has a 86.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Renault Clio Iconic Sce?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Renault Clio Iconic Sce do per year?
The typical Renault Clio Iconic Sce does around 5,425 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Renault Clio Iconic Sce last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Renault Clio Iconic Sce?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Renault Clio Iconic Sce?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Renault Clio Iconic Sce is 2021 with a 87.8% pass rate across 476 tests.