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HV55 TZO

2005 Renault Clio

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

121,716 mi
Last recorded121,716 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Clio60,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 TZO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Fail 8 Aug 2026 121,716 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested both sides (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 116,335 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2025 116,335 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2024 111,133 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 104,268 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 96,666 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 83,096 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 83,096 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 75,611 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 66,271 miles

offside rear tyre has cracks around sidewalls

Pass 3 Jul 2017 62,643 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 62,643 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 59,383 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 57,088 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 57,088 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 50,735 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 39,437 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 28,718 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs worn low

Fail 20 Jul 2012 28,718 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs worn low

Pass 23 Jul 2011 19,995 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2010 9,831 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 1,261 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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HV55 TZO is a 2005 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 TZO, 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 TZO registered?

HV55 TZO is a 2005 Renault Clio, first registered on 19 September 2005.

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