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AK51 GYG

2001 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2016
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

103,224 mi
Last recorded103,224 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Clio66,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 GYG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 103,224 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 93,677 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 78,098 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 66,855 miles

head lamp lenses in poor condition

Fail 1 Aug 2012 66,855 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

head lamp lenses in poor condition

Pass 12 Aug 2011 57,915 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 54,693 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2010 54,693 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 52,506 miles

play in nearside inner steering arm joint.

Fail 31 Jul 2009 52,506 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both front wiper blades splitting but still clearing scereen.

play in nearside inner steering arm joint.

Pass 25 Jul 2008 46,023 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 46,023 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2007 42,402 miles

rear wiper blade split

slight play in o/s steering arm

Pass 30 Jun 2006 34,969 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 34,969 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 12 Jul 2005 26,602 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jul 2005 26,602 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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AK51 GYG is a 2001 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2001 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 66,921 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK51 GYG, 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 25 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK51 GYG registered?

AK51 GYG is a 2001 Renault Clio, first registered on 19 September 2001.

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