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NU51 PUV

2001 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

94,356 mi
Last recorded94,356 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Renault Clio66,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU51 PUV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2019 94,356 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2019 94,258 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 83,625 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Rear exhaust mount deteriorated, but still supporting system

Rear fog lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear hatch not opening, inspected from front

Fail 5 Feb 2018 83,625 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Rear exhaust mount deteriorated, but still supporting system

Rear fog lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear hatch not opening, inspected from front

Pass 23 Feb 2017 73,231 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2017 73,231 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 63,469 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 59,050 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 59,050 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 28 May 2014 53,004 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 28 May 2014 53,004 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 May 2013 46,584 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 38,625 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 28,262 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 20 Oct 2009 27,961 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 27,961 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 26,504 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 23,327 miles

n/s wiper blade poor

Pass 4 Oct 2006 20,008 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005

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

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

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 PUV is a 2001 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 NU51 PUV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NU51 PUV registered?

NU51 PUV is a 2001 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 November 2001.

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