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CU13 LSJ

2013 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

79,243 mi
Last recorded79,243 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Renault Clio54,109 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU13 LSJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 79,243 miles

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

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 69,401 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 63,329 miles

Central Front oil level on dip stick just over maximum

Central Rear axle corroded

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front both front shock absorbers corroded

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going along axle (1.1.11 (c))

Rear both rear shock absorbers corroded

under guards fitted, restricting full inspection on floor ns and os front to rear

Fail 14 Nov 2023 63,329 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Central Front oil level on dip stick just over maximum

Central Rear axle corroded

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front both front shock absorbers corroded

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going along axle (1.1.11 (c))

Rear both rear shock absorbers corroded

under guards fitted, restricting full inspection on floor ns and os front to rear

Pass 23 Nov 2022 57,508 miles

Brake pipes have a protective coating I.e grease/underseal, restricting inspection of brake pipes.

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Pass 20 Nov 2021 52,611 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened advise both front shock absorbers corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test now on passenger seat ()

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

Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened advise both rear shock absorbers corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))

unertrays, sill covers & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

Fail 20 Nov 2021 52,611 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened advise both front shock absorbers corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test now on passenger seat ()

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened advise both rear shock absorbers corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))

unertrays, sill covers & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

Pass 16 Nov 2020 50,378 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 50,378 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 47,803 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2018 38,251 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 21,345 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 19,181 miles

front tyres low tread on edges

Pass 15 Apr 2016 13,523 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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CU13 LSJ is a 2013 Renault Clio in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 54,109 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 CU13 LSJ, 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 13 years old, this Renault Clio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU13 LSJ registered?

CU13 LSJ is a 2013 Renault Clio, first registered on 22 April 2013.

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