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HV05 ZCT

2005 Renault Clio

Green Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2022
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

158,274 mi
Last recorded158,274 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Renault Clio60,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Fail 25 Jan 2022 158,274 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear axle and main to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

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

steering wheel of centre advise tracking after ball joint replacement

Pass 27 Jan 2021 151,453 miles

Bonnet safety catch mechanism defective

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2021 151,450 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Bonnet safety catch mechanism defective

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 149,472 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 6 Jul 2019 149,435 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Excessive movement n/s track rod inner joint (2.3 (a) (i))

Bonnet safety catch mechanism sticking

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 143,871 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 143,871 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 134,764 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 126,614 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 126,614 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 118,304 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 107,439 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 95,475 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 83,404 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 83,404 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 72,769 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 72,769 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 58,404 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 58,404 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 36,461 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 36,458 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 3 Mar 2009 35,295 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 28,487 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 ZCT is a 2005 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 ZCT, 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 ZCT is a 2005 Renault Clio, first registered on 21 March 2005.

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