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J27 CAE

2011 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

85,259 mi
Last recorded85,259 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Renault Clio54,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ27 CAE
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 19 Dec 2025 85,259 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2024 79,426 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 4 Dec 2024 79,425 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2023 72,204 miles

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

Fail 22 Dec 2023 72,204 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2022 64,860 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 64,158 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2021 64,158 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 62,045 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced radiator support crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 58,515 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 51,782 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 49,416 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 42,973 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 35,525 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 28,186 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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J27 CAE is a 2011 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2011 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 54,777 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 J27 CAE, 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 15 years old, this Renault Clio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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J27 CAE is a 2011 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 October 2011.

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