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AO05 OEU

2005 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

29,279 mi
Last recorded29,279 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Clio60,841 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 OEU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 29,279 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2026 29,279 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 23,833 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 20,421 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 16,658 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 12,808 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 10,008 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 10,003 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 9,997 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 9,992 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 9,986 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 9,980 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 9,660 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 9,152 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 8,658 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 8,262 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 8,021 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 7,341 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 6,343 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 5,228 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 4,104 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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AO05 OEU is a 2005 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AO05 OEU, 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 AO05 OEU registered?

AO05 OEU is a 2005 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is AO05 OEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO05 OEU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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