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MK13 XBF

2013 Renault Clio

White Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

114,409 mi
Last recorded114,409 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Renault Clio54,109 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK13 XBF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 114,409 miles

Back box tail pipe corroded

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main front to rear pipes corroded where visible (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Subframe extension/rad mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe to flex (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe to flex (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scratches to screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 May 2026 114,407 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Back box tail pipe corroded

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main front to rear pipes corroded where visible (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Subframe extension/rad mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe to flex (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe to flex (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scratches to screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 May 2025 108,741 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scratches (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 May 2025 108,740 miles

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

Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scratches (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 99,151 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2024 99,150 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on axle (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 31 May 2023 91,650 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 85,636 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has scratches on swept area

engine under tray cover fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 23 Oct 2021 74,451 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively has a lip (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth getting low 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively has a lip (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth getting low 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

engine under tray cover fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 26 Oct 2020 64,932 miles

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

Undertrays fitted preventing a proper inspection of steering and suspension components.

Fail 26 Oct 2020 64,932 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Undertrays fitted preventing a proper inspection of steering and suspension components.

Pass 6 Jul 2019 54,240 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

under tray fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2018 42,719 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 20 Jun 2018 42,719 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 31,351 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 19,444 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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MK13 XBF is a 2013 Renault Clio in White 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 MK13 XBF, 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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MK13 XBF is a 2013 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 May 2013.

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