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AV53 ZHL

2004 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

95,961 mi
Last recorded95,961 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 2004 Renault Clio61,492 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 ZHL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2014 95,961 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 88,956 miles

offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit.

Pass 2 Aug 2012 78,514 miles

offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit.

Fail 2 Aug 2012 78,514 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit.

Pass 10 May 2011 63,381 miles

Both rear wheel bearings slightly noisey

Fail 9 May 2011 63,381 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Both rear wheel bearings slightly noisey

Pass 10 May 2010 47,280 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 47,173 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 8 May 2009 31,408 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 31,408 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

rear wiper rubber missing

Fail 12 May 2008 24,396 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2008 24,396 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 20,890 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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AV53 ZHL is a 2004 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2004 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 61,492 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 AV53 ZHL, 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 22 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV53 ZHL registered?

AV53 ZHL is a 2004 Renault Clio, first registered on 5 February 2004.

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