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LS13 PVJ

2013 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

94,821 mi
Last recorded94,821 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Renault Clio54,109 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS13 PVJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Apr 2026 94,821 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2025 91,541 miles

Nearside Rear lamp unit damaged

Pass 16 Feb 2024 88,297 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2024 88,297 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

coolant level low

Pass 8 Feb 2023 85,020 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2023 85,020 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Feb 2022 79,088 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 70,555 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Feb 2021 70,555 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 May 2019 60,540 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2018 51,119 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2017 42,436 miles

Engine under tray fitted

Pass 5 May 2016 33,745 miles

Engine under tray fitted

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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LS13 PVJ is a 2013 Renault Clio in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LS13 PVJ, 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 LS13 PVJ registered?

LS13 PVJ is a 2013 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 April 2013.

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