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AR51 EJF

2001 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2022
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

94,871 mi
Last recorded94,871 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2021
Typical for 2001 Renault Clio66,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 EJF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2021 94,871 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Apr 2021 94,871 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 83,338 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2019 83,336 miles

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

Exhaust centre clamp heavily corroded

Headlamp lenses deteriorating

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged both side walls - evidence of tyre being driven flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 72,972 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Sep 2018 72,971 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2016 71,955 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 71,523 miles

Centre exhaust clamp corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear exhaust mount deteriorating

Pass 4 Sep 2014 70,893 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 70,893 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 68,555 miles

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

Nail in both front tyres

OSR NSF OSF tyres close to the legal limit

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 28 Nov 2013 68,510 miles

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

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

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

Nail in both front tyres

OSR NSF OSF tyres close to the legal limit

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 17 Nov 2012 65,666 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 65,666 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 62,595 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 586,915 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 54,406 miles

oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2008 51,261 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 Nov 2008 51,249 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2007 41,031 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 34,673 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2006 34,673 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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 EJF is a 2001 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 EJF, 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 AR51 EJF registered?

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

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The MOT history for AR51 EJF shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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