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A8 VLN

2005 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 2946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,432 mi
Last recorded34,432 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Renault Clio60,841 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 VLN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,946cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 34,432 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 1 Feb 2022 34,432 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 34,028 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 33,620 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 32,946 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (2.4.G.1)

Fail 23 Jun 2017 32,928 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Driver's airbag missing (5.4.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on (5.4.2)

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

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Bumper insecure missing ()

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear tyre outer side wall cracking

Pass 7 May 2011 32,507 miles

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

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

o/s n/s steering endes wear ball jionts

Pass 8 May 2010 28,045 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 22,230 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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A8 VLN is a 2005 Renault Clio in Blue with a 2,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 60,841 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 A8 VLN, 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 21 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A8 VLN registered?

A8 VLN is a 2005 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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