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AJ05 CXX

2005 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

97,532 mi
Last recorded97,532 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Clio60,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 CXX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 97,532 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 93,814 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2024 90,124 miles
Fail 29 May 2024 90,121 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 30 May 2023 83,955 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play STRONG ADVICE (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 68,275 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 59,318 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Mar 2021 59,318 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 58,818 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 57,435 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 55,284 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre side wall slightly cracking on side wall

o/s/f abs ring corroded

Fail 16 Mar 2018 55,284 miles

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

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre side wall slightly cracking on side wall

o/s/f abs ring corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2017 50,926 miles

near side inner gearbox drive shaft gaiter oil leak

rear exhaust mount split

slight play off siude track rod end

Pass 21 Mar 2016 48,805 miles

rear exhaust mount deteriorated but system still supported

slight play from inner steering arms

Pass 20 Mar 2015 46,203 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 46,203 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 43,373 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 43,373 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 39,595 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 39,595 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2012 36,085 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 36,085 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 32,276 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

noise from off side rear wheel bearing

slight split in near side front tyre side wall

Pass 25 May 2010 27,007 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 27,007 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 21,425 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 16,084 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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AJ05 CXX is a 2005 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 AJ05 CXX, 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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AJ05 CXX is a 2005 Renault Clio, first registered on 26 April 2005.

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