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HV56 DTF

2006 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

138,180 mi
Last recorded138,180 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Renault Clio62,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV56 DTF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 138,180 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2025 128,448 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 16 Jan 2025 128,448 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2024 117,933 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2023 99,076 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Jan 2023 99,076 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2021 89,565 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2021 85,374 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2019 84,044 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2018 80,413 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2018 80,413 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2017 76,384 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 71,855 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2015 66,452 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm worn on edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm on edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 60,742 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

small cut in nsf inner tyre tread

steering wheel covering starting to deteriorate

Pass 20 Nov 2013 53,124 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 44,867 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 34,846 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 24,261 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 16,325 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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HV56 DTF is a 2006 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 62,202 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 HV56 DTF, 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 20 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HV56 DTF registered?

HV56 DTF is a 2006 Renault Clio, first registered on 7 December 2006.

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