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M356 GFH

1994 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1764cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,002 mi
Last recorded96,002 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Renault Clio82,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM356 GFH
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,764cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 96,002 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 95,445 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 93,135 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 90,391 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 79,128 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 79,128 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake discs in poor condition

large oil leak from engine

rear brake discs in poor condition

Pass 8 Jun 2011 78,889 miles

both front anti roll bar links in poor condition

slight movement in both front top mounts

Fail 8 Jun 2011 78,885 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front anti roll bar links in poor condition

slight movement in both front top mounts

Pass 3 Apr 2008 7,204 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 58,601 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 50,500 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 50,500 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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M356 GFH is a 1994 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,764cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 82,199 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M356 GFH, 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 32 years old, this Renault Clio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M356 GFH registered?

M356 GFH is a 1994 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 December 1994.

Is M356 GFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M356 GFH shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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