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GL04 XCM

2004 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

34,675 mi
Last recorded34,675 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Renault Clio61,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL04 XCM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 34,675 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2026 34,675 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 31,687 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 28,227 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 27,996 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 22 Sep 2023 27,996 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 27,490 miles

Both headlamp beam images poor.

Pass 3 Sep 2021 26,080 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rubber broken but exhaust still secure. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 25,681 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 24,882 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2019 24,882 miles

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

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 24,532 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective beam image poor (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 23,724 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 23,049 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 22,453 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 21,852 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 21,852 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 21,054 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 20,489 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 19,613 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2011 19,613 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Fail 20 May 2010 18,552 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2010 18,552 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 17,770 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 17,182 miles

All 4 tyres cracking.

Pass 10 May 2007 16,173 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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GL04 XCM is a 2004 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 GL04 XCM, 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 GL04 XCM registered?

GL04 XCM is a 2004 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 May 2004.

Is GL04 XCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL04 XCM shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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