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LM13 VFR

2013 Renault Clio

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

92,460 mi
Last recorded92,460 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Renault Clio54,109 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM13 VFR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 92,460 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 82,582 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 9 May 2024 75,303 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber dust cover in poor condition

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Wheel slightly buckled on the inside edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber dust cover in poor condition

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured Side repeater deteriorated and discolored (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 9 May 2024 75,288 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut in the tread exposing the cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber dust cover in poor condition

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Wheel slightly buckled on the inside edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber dust cover in poor condition

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre out of shape on the inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured Side repeater deteriorated and discolored (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 66,677 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2023 66,672 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn [at both sides] (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2022 59,019 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2021 48,343 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 1 Jun 2021 48,342 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Jun 2019 33,124 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear both tyres cracked

Pass 11 Jun 2018 24,525 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 24,525 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2017 18,238 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 13,398 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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LM13 VFR is a 2013 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LM13 VFR, 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 LM13 VFR registered?

LM13 VFR is a 2013 Renault Clio, first registered on 4 June 2013.

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