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NL51 YWD

2001 Renault Clio

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

116,149 mi
Last recorded116,149 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2009
Typical for 2001 Renault Clio66,921 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL51 YWD
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2009 116,149 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 116,149 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

blow from cyliner 3

Pass 16 Jun 2008 109,391 miles

3 WIPER BLADES WORN

N/S/ WINGMIRROR INSECURE

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING RACK

SLIGHT SWEAT FROM O/S/F SHOCKER

Fail 16 Jun 2008 109,391 miles

3 WIPER BLADES WORN

Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

N/S/ WINGMIRROR INSECURE

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING RACK

SLIGHT SWEAT FROM O/S/F SHOCKER

Pass 13 Jun 2007 100,272 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 100,272 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 91,017 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 91,017 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

req front wheel alignment

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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NL51 YWD is a 2001 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 66,921 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 NL51 YWD, 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 25 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NL51 YWD registered?

NL51 YWD is a 2001 Renault Clio, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is NL51 YWD safe to buy?

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