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AO51 ZXU

2001 Renault Clio

Green Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

164,853 mi
Last recorded164,853 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Clio66,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 ZXU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2018 164,853 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2017 161,107 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front brake bind

Offside Front caliper very rusty

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

Pass 20 Dec 2016 158,671 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 158,665 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2015 151,033 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 149,659 miles

slight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 17 Dec 2013 147,921 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 145,212 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 137,222 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 130,879 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 115,770 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 96,579 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 80,199 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 80,199 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2007 65,178 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2007 65,178 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 51,642 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 51,642 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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AO51 ZXU is a 2001 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 AO51 ZXU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO51 ZXU registered?

AO51 ZXU is a 2001 Renault Clio, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is AO51 ZXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 ZXU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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