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AO51 XUL

2001 Renault Clio

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

48,022 mi
Last recorded48,022 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Clio66,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 XUL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2016 48,022 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged abs target ring corroded (3.4.2)

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2016 48,022 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs target ring broken (3.4.2)

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged abs target ring corroded (3.4.2)

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 46,847 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2015 46,847 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine Average reading = 3.89 1/m (7.4.B.3b)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 45,558 miles

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

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

Offside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 3 Sep 2014 45,516 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

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

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

Offside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 3 Sep 2013 44,325 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 44,325 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 43,394 miles

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

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

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

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

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

rear exhaust mounting well worn

Pass 15 Sep 2012 43,394 miles

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

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

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

rear exhaust mounting well worn

Pass 30 Aug 2011 41,461 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 41,403 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 39,424 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 18 Aug 2010 39,413 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 19 Aug 2009 37,685 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 37,685 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 35,436 miles

Offside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 32,928 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 28,599 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 28,598 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

brake fluid on minimum level

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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AO51 XUL is a 2001 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 AO51 XUL, 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 AO51 XUL registered?

AO51 XUL is a 2001 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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