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AO05 VLL

2005 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

60,168 mi
Last recorded60,168 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Clio60,841 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 VLL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2018 60,168 miles

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

Nearside Front steering rack has slight play

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

Offside Front steering rack has slight play

hazard switch requires pressing to stay on

Fail 12 Mar 2018 60,168 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear mount (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front steering rack has slight play

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

Offside Front steering rack has slight play

hazard switch requires pressing to stay on

Pass 6 Mar 2017 58,511 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

cracks in n/s/r tyre side wall

Pass 2 Mar 2016 54,760 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2016 54,755 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 52,562 miles

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

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

hi level stop light inoperative

Fail 12 Feb 2015 52,562 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

hi level stop light inoperative

rear wiper split

Fail 25 Feb 2014 51,051 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 51,051 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 48,351 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 48,351 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 46,988 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 46,988 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

advise front discs corroded

Pass 11 May 2011 42,390 miles

centre brake is disconected

Pass 7 May 2010 37,266 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 28,713 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 22,165 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 VLL is a 2005 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 AO05 VLL, 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 VLL registered?

AO05 VLL is a 2005 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 April 2005.

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