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AF04 VRC

2004 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

61,831 mi
Last recorded61,831 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 Renault Clio61,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 VRC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2025 61,831 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 59,430 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2023 56,954 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 54,140 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 51,542 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2021 51,542 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip replaced (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020 49,407 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 49,058 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Mar 2019 49,058 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 48,188 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 27 Feb 2018 48,188 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 47,396 miles

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

Front both wiper rubbers split on ends

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 46,805 miles

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

oil leaks under engine bay

Pass 12 Mar 2015 45,809 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 45,143 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 13 Mar 2014 45,143 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 42,822 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 39,057 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Mar 2012 39,057 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 37,586 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 36,287 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 36,287 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2009 34,782 miles

Front wipers slightly smearing on screen.

Fail 13 Mar 2008 32,884 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 32,884 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 31,542 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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AF04 VRC is a 2004 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2004 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 61,492 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 AF04 VRC, 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 22 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF04 VRC registered?

AF04 VRC is a 2004 Renault Clio, first registered on 10 March 2004.

Is AF04 VRC safe to buy?

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