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LT13 RKU

2013 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

82,475 mi
Last recorded82,475 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Renault Clio54,109 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT13 RKU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 82,475 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 77,874 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2025 77,874 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 72,373 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2024 72,373 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2023 65,835 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2022 60,288 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 54,130 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 48,222 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2020 48,222 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 41,859 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 35,813 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2018 35,813 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 29,551 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 29,551 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 24,841 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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LT13 RKU is a 2013 Renault Clio in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LT13 RKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LT13 RKU registered?

LT13 RKU is a 2013 Renault Clio, first registered on 19 March 2013.

Is LT13 RKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT13 RKU 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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