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AU56 SMV

2006 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2023
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

136,085 mi
Last recorded136,085 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2022
Typical for 2006 Renault Clio62,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 SMV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2022 136,085 miles

exhaust heat shield loose

rear exhaust rubber split

Fail 3 Jun 2022 136,085 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/60h15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/60h15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60h15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges 185/60h15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/60h15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60h15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges 185/60h15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60h15 (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust heat shield loose

rear exhaust rubber split

Pass 27 Mar 2021 129,643 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2021 129,643 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 122,412 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 114,838 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 106,873 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 106,872 miles

Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Fail 21 Feb 2018 106,871 miles

Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 103,997 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 103,997 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 94,925 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 29 Feb 2016 94,925 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 85,729 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 76,845 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 76,845 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2013 63,250 miles

n/s/r coil spring fractured at extreme end

Fail 5 Feb 2013 63,250 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 48,152 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 32,768 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 31,036 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 31,036 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 21,423 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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AU56 SMV is a 2006 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

Across all 2006 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 62,202 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 AU56 SMV, 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 20 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU56 SMV registered?

AU56 SMV is a 2006 Renault Clio, first registered on 6 September 2006.

Is AU56 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 SMV shows 23 tests with a 60.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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