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AP51 UTF

2001 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

86,186 mi
Last recorded86,186 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2020
Typical for 2001 Renault Clio66,921 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 UTF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 9 Jun 2020 86,186 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens disfigured (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens disfigured (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Rear Exhaust system insecure mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 72,518 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 66,983 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 63,591 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2017 63,591 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 61,806 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jul 2016 61,806 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Fail 18 Jul 2015 58,702 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

slight play in nsf track rod end

Pass 18 Jul 2015 58,702 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

slight play in nsf track rod end

Pass 19 Jul 2014 52,885 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 47,681 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 41,848 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 40,831 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 35,987 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 32,415 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 32,415 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 28,164 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 23,983 miles

Front brake discs corroding.

Rear beam axle bushes seperating.

Pass 30 Oct 2006 18,628 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 18,628 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Both front brake discs corroded.

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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AP51 UTF is a 2001 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AP51 UTF, 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 AP51 UTF registered?

AP51 UTF is a 2001 Renault Clio, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is AP51 UTF safe to buy?

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