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NU51 CHZ

2001 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

105,282 mi
Last recorded105,282 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Clio66,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU51 CHZ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2013 105,282 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Foglight tell tale flashes with the left hand indicator tell tale

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Steel Wheel on O/S/F with alloy wheels on other three positions

rear exhaust hanger missing but still adequatly supported

Fail 11 Oct 2013 105,199 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Foglight tell tale flashes with the left hand indicator tell tale

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Steel Wheel on O/S/F with alloy wheels on other three positions

rear exhaust hanger missing but still adequatly supported

Pass 31 Aug 2012 98,837 miles

o/s/f tyre starting to wear on inner edge.

Fail 31 Aug 2012 98,836 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

air bag & service light stays on.this could fail on next mot.

couldent test n/s/f dip beam aim, no image.

handbrake leaver has side play.

n/s/r foot & handbrake low force.

o/s/f tyre starting to wear on inner edge.

Pass 31 Aug 2011 90,773 miles

handbrake lever has side movment

n/s/r foot & handbrake slightly low force.

Fail 31 Aug 2011 90,772 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

handbrake lever has side movment

n/s/r foot & handbrake slightly low force.

Pass 25 Aug 2010 74,978 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 71,812 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 71,812 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 66,906 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 66,906 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 54,988 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

rear number plate getting deteriorated

Pass 19 Sep 2006 41,596 miles

Rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 19 Sep 2005 32,862 miles

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

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

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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NU51 CHZ is a 2001 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 NU51 CHZ, 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 NU51 CHZ registered?

NU51 CHZ is a 2001 Renault Clio, first registered on 18 September 2001.

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