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Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto reliable? We analysed 1,960 real MOT tests across 714 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,960 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.1%
Typical Mileage
21,466mi
Annual Mileage
5,324mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto.

Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto Number Plates

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Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

90.2%
2022
88.7%
2021
85.1%
2020

Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 25
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 13
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5

Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,153 mi/yr
Typical
5,324 mi/yr
Average
6,477 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,307 mi/yr

Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 482 90.2% 13,025 20,229 27,662
2021 933 88.7% 13,299 21,035 31,207
2020 489 85.1% 14,007 21,908 31,824

How Long Does a Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto Last?

Based on 714 Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.6 years
Median
4.0 years

Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
21,466 mi
75th Percentile
31,019 mi
95th Percentile
49,254 mi
Max Recorded
161,189 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto

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

Best year
2022

90.2% MOT pass rate from 482 tests

Year to avoid
2020

85.1% MOT pass rate from 489 tests

The best year to buy a used Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.2% across 482 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.1% — 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 S Edition E-tech Auto Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto THIS CAR 88.1% 1,960 21,466 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
Ford Kuga Titanium 91.4% 2,506 26,402 mi — yrs

Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto?

The Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.1% across 1,960 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 has ply or cords exposed. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto 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 S Edition E-tech Auto owner drives around 5,324 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 S Edition E-tech Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto reliable?
Based on 1,960 MOT tests, the Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto has a 88.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto do per year?
The typical Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto does around 5,324 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto?
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 S Edition E-tech Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Renault Clio S Edition E-tech Auto is 2022 with a 90.2% pass rate across 482 tests.