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LR61 SMU

2011 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

82,397 mi
Last recorded82,397 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Renault Clio54,777 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR61 SMU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 28 Feb 2026 82,397 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2025 73,902 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2025 73,891 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2024 70,296 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 69,880 miles

Hand brake travels high!

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

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

Tyres wearing on edges, front, both sides

Pass 10 Sep 2021 67,428 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 67,428 miles

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))

Spare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 65,936 miles

Hand brake travels high

Fail 1 Sep 2020 65,936 miles

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

Hand brake travels high

Pass 30 Aug 2019 63,569 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 50,944 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 50,944 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 45,150 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 43,464 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 40,561 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2014 32,874 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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LR61 SMU is a 2011 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 LR61 SMU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR61 SMU registered?

LR61 SMU is a 2011 Renault Clio, first registered on 15 September 2011.

Is LR61 SMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR61 SMU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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