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A5 EXB

2001 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

63,944 mi
Last recorded63,944 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Renault Clio66,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 EXB
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 63,944 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 63,323 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 62,772 miles
Fail 22 May 2024 62,772 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 May 2023 61,898 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 61,058 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 60,188 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 60,188 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2020 58,852 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 May 2019 57,169 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 57,169 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 May 2018 55,685 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 May 2018 55,685 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 May 2017 54,454 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 27 May 2016 52,843 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 52,843 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 May 2015 50,653 miles

EXHAUST SYSTEM IS CORRODED

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 May 2015 50,653 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

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

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

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

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

BOTH REAR WHEELS BINDING SLIGHTLY

EXHAUST SYSTEM IS CORRODED

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2014 49,113 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre perishing

rear tyres perishing

Pass 20 May 2013 47,294 miles

O/S/R tyre slightly perished N/S/R tyre slightly perished

Fail 15 May 2012 45,685 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 May 2012 45,685 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2011 43,993 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 May 2010 42,169 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 39,074 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 34,446 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 31,557 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 31,358 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 27,490 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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A5 EXB is a 2001 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

Across all 2001 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 66,921 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 A5 EXB, 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 25 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A5 EXB registered?

A5 EXB is a 2001 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is A5 EXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 EXB shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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