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HV57 TAU

2007 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

143,240 mi
Last recorded143,240 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2007 Renault Clio61,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV57 TAU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 143,240 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2025 143,240 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2024 133,904 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 125,949 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Play in top of steering column

Fail 10 Oct 2023 125,947 miles

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

Handbrake near end of travel

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Play in top of steering column

Pass 27 Oct 2022 115,020 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2022 115,019 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2021 105,916 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 105,915 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 100,867 miles

both front coil springs corroded

front inner pads and discs corroded and worn(grinding when brakes applied)

n/.s rear tyre on 1.6mm limits

Pass 16 Jul 2019 97,126 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 97,126 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 89,106 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 89,106 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

both front coil spring upper coils look incomplete..unable to fully inspect.

Pass 14 Aug 2017 74,080 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 65,939 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 65,939 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 59,552 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 59,545 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 55,760 miles

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2013 52,681 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 44,758 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 38,156 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 38,156 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 29,993 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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HV57 TAU is a 2007 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

Across all 2007 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 61,390 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 HV57 TAU, 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 19 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HV57 TAU registered?

HV57 TAU is a 2007 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 October 2007.

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