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AO05 XRJ

2005 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,081 mi
Last recorded90,081 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Clio60,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 90,081 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 86,233 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Jun 2025 86,227 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 80,930 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 77,427 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2022 71,570 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 66,199 miles
Fail 26 May 2021 66,195 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2020 58,742 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 58,742 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2019 55,597 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 53,593 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 53,593 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2017 50,821 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 47,688 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 45,230 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 43,196 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 43,196 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 37,959 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 31,106 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 28,341 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 24,607 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 20,574 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 16,363 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 15,713 miles

Nearside front tyre becomming worn on outer edge.

Slight damage to offside front seatbelt webbing.

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 XRJ is a 2005 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XRJ, 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 XRJ registered?

AO05 XRJ is a 2005 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is AO05 XRJ safe to buy?

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