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HV05 FML

2005 Renault Clio

Green Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

93,247 mi
Last recorded93,247 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Clio60,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV05 FML
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2018 93,247 miles

rear exhaust mounting deteriorated

Fail 15 Aug 2018 93,246 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (1.6 (e))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (1.6 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

rear exhaust mounting deteriorated

Pass 30 Aug 2017 88,466 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2016 82,480 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 82,480 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Rear Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Service light on.

Pass 22 Jan 2015 77,233 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 71,631 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 71,631 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 63,815 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Nov 2012 63,807 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 57,739 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 50,366 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 50,366 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 42,177 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 37,708 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 34,299 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 34,293 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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 FML is a 2005 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 HV05 FML, 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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HV05 FML is a 2005 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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