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GY11 ZGS

2011 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

87,409 mi
Last recorded87,409 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Renault Clio54,777 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY11 ZGS
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 87,409 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pads look low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn & pitted inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 185/60 15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn & pitted inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 185/60 15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 82,147 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight corrosion on inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slight damage (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen wiper blade defective Wiper mechanism nosiy (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2025 82,147 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight corrosion on inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slight damage (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 185/60 15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm slight perishing in tread 185/60 15 (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Wiper mechanism nosiy (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 76,768 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 185/60 15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2024 76,767 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 185/60 15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 70,922 miles

Advise under trays fitted obscuring some components.

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

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

Fail 24 Feb 2023 70,921 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Advise under trays fitted obscuring some components.

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2022 64,846 miles

Advise parking brake lever has little reserve travel. It would appear the braking system requires either adjustment or repair.

Pass 16 Feb 2021 59,699 miles

Brake fluid discoloured. Replacement recommended.

Offside Front wiper starting to lightly smear across the windscreen.

Pass 24 Feb 2020 54,754 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ( worn to between 2-3 mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ( Worn to 3 mm & almost void of tread on the outer portion of the tyre ) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 47,877 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2019 47,877 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Also outer portion of the tyre is void of tread & almost worn through to inner membrane (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2018 42,848 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2018 42,840 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2017 37,887 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn low on outer edge

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 34,428 miles

Offside rear tyre wearing on both edges

Pass 13 Apr 2015 31,755 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 27,291 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 27,291 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GY11 ZGS is a 2011 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2011 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 54,777 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 GY11 ZGS, 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 15 years old, this Renault Clio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GY11 ZGS registered?

GY11 ZGS is a 2011 Renault Clio, first registered on 16 August 2011.

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