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AK56 HCX

2006 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

70,907 mi
Last recorded70,907 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Renault Clio62,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 HCX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 70,907 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides -- (Slight play O/S/F ()

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure slightly damaged -- Outer sill

Pass 24 Sep 2024 63,765 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Out of shape (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Sep 2024 63,763 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Out of shape (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear wiper blade has split

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 58,999 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre R ()

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

Pass 27 Sep 2022 54,351 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2022 54,351 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 54,339 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 54,328 miles

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

n\s front inner track rod has slight play

Pass 13 Sep 2019 54,297 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Sep 2018 53,725 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 51,706 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 51,705 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working Both (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Os rear tyre has a nail in the tread on outer edge [not repairable]

Pass 8 Sep 2016 48,432 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 45,522 miles

Slight play in ns steering arm joints

Pass 5 Sep 2014 43,513 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 42,581 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 42,579 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 35,812 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 35,812 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2011 29,747 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 24,206 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 19,026 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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AK56 HCX is a 2006 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 AK56 HCX, 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 AK56 HCX registered?

AK56 HCX is a 2006 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is AK56 HCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK56 HCX shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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