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NU51 OPY

2001 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

95,403 mi
Last recorded95,403 miles
Recorded on31 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Clio66,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU51 OPY
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 May 2016 95,403 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2016 95,403 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 14 May 2015 84,868 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 84,868 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 14 May 2014 73,722 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 62,953 miles

O/side rear tyre has age related deterioration (Cracks in sidewall & tread areas).

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 13 May 2013 62,953 miles

O/side rear tyre has age related deterioration (Cracks in sidewall & tread areas).

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 May 2012 53,670 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 53,670 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 18 May 2011 47,351 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 44,718 miles

rear tyres pirrising

Pass 15 May 2009 42,687 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 42,687 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2008 40,829 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 38,069 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 38,069 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 OPY is a 2001 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 OPY, 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 OPY registered?

NU51 OPY is a 2001 Renault Clio, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is NU51 OPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU51 OPY shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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