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LK13 VUJ

2013 Renault Clio

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,937 mi
Last recorded97,937 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Renault Clio54,109 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK13 VUJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 97,937 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

radiator mount corroded and deteriorated

surface corrosion

Pass 5 Feb 2025 92,816 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 87,547 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

rear fog light lens broken, but still showing steady red light

Fail 14 Feb 2024 87,547 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

rear fog light lens broken, but still showing steady red light

Pass 2 Mar 2023 82,986 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2023 82,986 miles

Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Feb 2022 77,869 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2022 77,796 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 71,465 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 59,118 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 59,118 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 51,676 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 51,676 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 40,932 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 28,182 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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LK13 VUJ is a 2013 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 54,109 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 LK13 VUJ, 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 13 years old, this Renault Clio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LK13 VUJ registered?

LK13 VUJ is a 2013 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 March 2013.

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