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HV05 BUF

2005 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

78,862 mi
Last recorded78,862 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Clio60,841 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV05 BUF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 78,862 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 78,809 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 72,535 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 72,372 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 66,452 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 62,233 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 57,632 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 52,566 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 47,865 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 43,508 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 42,936 miles

water pump leaking

Fail 24 Feb 2010 42,936 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

water pump leaking

Pass 27 Feb 2009 35,477 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 27,556 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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HV05 BUF is a 2005 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HV05 BUF, 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 HV05 BUF registered?

HV05 BUF is a 2005 Renault Clio, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is HV05 BUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV05 BUF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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