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HT05 RVL

2005 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

122,867 mi
Last recorded122,867 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Renault Clio60,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT05 RVL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2020 122,867 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Dec 2020 122,867 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 109,141 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2019 108,803 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 97,944 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads appear to be close to limits, recommend further inspection as components obstructing view (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2017 92,988 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 5 Jul 2017 92,988 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 91,091 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 91,091 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 87,965 miles

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

gearbox has a slight oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2014 81,570 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jun 2013 74,615 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

head light set on 2

Pass 6 Jun 2013 74,615 miles

head light set on 2

Pass 7 Jun 2012 69,469 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 18 May 2011 62,216 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 46,196 miles

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

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

Fail 27 May 2010 46,196 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 May 2009 30,475 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 16,208 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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HT05 RVL is a 2005 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2005 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 60,841 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 HT05 RVL, 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 21 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HT05 RVL registered?

HT05 RVL is a 2005 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 July 2005.

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The MOT history for HT05 RVL shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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