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AK05 VKV

2005 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,440 mi
Last recorded92,440 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Clio60,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 VKV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2026 92,440 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 91,258 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 90,317 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 89,103 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 88,023 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 86,657 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 85,832 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 84,044 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 82,036 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 79,750 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 77,239 miles

front brake disc worn but not weakened

Pass 9 Apr 2015 74,522 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 71,844 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 69,112 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 65,890 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 62,213 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 55,906 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 47,816 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 36,715 miles

front brake discs lipped/corroded on edges

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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AK05 VKV is a 2005 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AK05 VKV, 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 AK05 VKV registered?

AK05 VKV is a 2005 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is AK05 VKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 VKV shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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