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HV13 BVU

2013 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

70,515 mi
Last recorded70,515 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2026
Typical for 2013 Renault Clio54,109 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV13 BVU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2026 70,515 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2026 70,515 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2025 69,182 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2025 69,182 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2024 67,299 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 64,318 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 61,007 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 1 Oct 2022 61,007 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 7 Oct 2021 58,560 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2021 58,560 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Sep 2020 52,646 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 50,059 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 48,182 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 45,419 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 45,417 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

service (rear)brake efficiency just met 59% needs some adjustments/repairs

Pass 21 Feb 2017 44,285 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Mar 2016 37,664 miles

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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HV13 BVU is a 2013 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2013 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 54,109 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 HV13 BVU, 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 13 years old, this Renault Clio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HV13 BVU registered?

HV13 BVU is a 2013 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 March 2013.

Is HV13 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV13 BVU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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