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HV55 LXY

2005 Renault Clio

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

139,789 mi
Last recorded139,789 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Clio60,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 LXY
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 139,789 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 139,769 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 May 2016 123,902 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on the outer edge 185/65/15

Fail 31 May 2016 123,901 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Front tyre worn on the outer edge 185/65/15

Pass 3 Jun 2015 113,126 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 110,021 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 105,080 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 105,080 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 96,258 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 70,665 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 56,102 miles

engine management light on

Fail 15 Apr 2009 55,760 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine management light on

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 LXY is a 2005 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HV55 LXY, 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 LXY registered?

HV55 LXY is a 2005 Renault Clio, first registered on 24 October 2005.

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