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AF56 GHJ

2006 Renault Clio

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

159,001 mi
Last recorded159,001 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2022
Typical for 2006 Renault Clio62,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 GHJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 1 Apr 2022 159,001 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 152,330 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2021 152,330 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed through cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Apr 2020 147,364 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 136,853 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

offside front tyre deteriorated

Fail 28 Jun 2018 136,848 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced bulb incorrectly fitted? (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

offside front tyre deteriorated

Pass 15 Jun 2017 133,847 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear tyre has cracking on the inner sidewall

Windsceen is cracked behind rear view mirror but is not effecting visibility

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 124,314 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges of the tread.

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

Fail 9 Jun 2016 124,314 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges of the tread.

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 111,668 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 95,650 miles

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

all tyres require attn

osf brake slightly sticcking when rotated by hand

Pass 24 Aug 2012 87,828 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Aug 2011 81,502 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 73,675 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2009 62,404 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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AF56 GHJ is a 2006 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2006 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 62,202 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 AF56 GHJ, 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 20 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF56 GHJ registered?

AF56 GHJ is a 2006 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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