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HV55 HDL

2005 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

76,023 mi
Last recorded76,023 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Clio60,841 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 HDL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 76,023 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2025 76,023 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective No beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2024 75,683 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 28 Feb 2024 75,683 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2023 71,053 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65R14 82H Rapid P309 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished Evergreen EH22 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 65,900 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 63,712 miles

engine leaking oil from nearside

Fail 26 Feb 2021 63,711 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

engine leaking oil from nearside

Pass 24 Feb 2020 60,485 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 60,485 miles

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected negative battery terminal wire (4.11 (a) (ii))

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

Engine coolant is low

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 58,575 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 57,831 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 57,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 56,363 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 53,495 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 53,495 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 51,130 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 48,726 miles

nearside rear brake back plate has signs of fluid on it

Pass 15 Aug 2012 45,085 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 40,145 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 40,140 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 35,377 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 30,637 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 25,588 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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HV55 HDL is a 2005 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 HV55 HDL, 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 HV55 HDL registered?

HV55 HDL is a 2005 Renault Clio, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is HV55 HDL safe to buy?

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