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AD05 HSF

2005 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

137,318 mi
Last recorded137,318 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Clio60,841 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 HSF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 137,318 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2026 137,226 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both front (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 136,168 miles

high level brake light innop

Pass 11 Aug 2020 131,289 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 129,897 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 128,781 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 125,494 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 125,494 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 122,748 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 114,551 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 114,415 miles

Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 9 May 2014 104,276 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 91,273 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 91,273 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2012 79,463 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 70,041 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 70,041 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 12 May 2010 63,655 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 52,760 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 19 May 2009 52,760 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 21 Jul 2008 42,634 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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AD05 HSF is a 2005 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AD05 HSF, 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 AD05 HSF registered?

AD05 HSF is a 2005 Renault Clio, first registered on 9 August 2005.

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