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AR51 EGK

2001 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2014
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

89,732 mi
Last recorded89,732 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Clio66,921 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 EGK
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2013 89,732 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 89,732 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 88,172 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 83,935 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 83,935 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 41,530 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2010 76,553 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 68,239 miles

front discs showing wear

n/s/f tyre worn low on edges

play noticed in both steering arms

Fail 30 Mar 2009 68,239 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

front discs showing wear

n/s/f tyre worn low on edges

play noticed in both steering arms

Pass 26 Mar 2008 56,784 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 54,909 miles

offside front fog light cracked

slight play in offside of steering rack ,inner joint

very slight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing

Fail 6 Dec 2007 54,909 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

offside front fog light cracked

slight play in offside of steering rack ,inner joint

very slight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 6 Dec 2006 45,976 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2006 45,976 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Dec 2005 38,201 miles

exhaust gas warning light on

very slight play o/s/f steering rack

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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AR51 EGK is a 2001 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AR51 EGK, 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

How do I check the history of AR51 EGK?

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What year was AR51 EGK registered?

AR51 EGK is a 2001 Renault Clio, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is AR51 EGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR51 EGK shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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