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NV51 AYB

2001 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

84,231 mi
Last recorded84,231 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Clio66,921 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV51 AYB
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2014 84,231 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear exhaust mounting deteriorated

Fail 4 Feb 2014 84,224 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake discs pitted & corroded

rear exhaust mounting deteriorated

Pass 5 Feb 2013 73,867 miles

both front tyres wearing on the inside

rear exhaust mounting bracket slightly deteriorated

Pass 6 Feb 2012 68,143 miles

n/s wiper blade has a small split

Pass 23 Feb 2011 63,039 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 17 Feb 2011 62,894 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Battery insecure

Spare tyre defective

n/s/f tyre wearing on the inside edge

Pass 3 Feb 2010 54,845 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2010 54,843 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2009 48,504 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 42,951 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2006 35,963 miles

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

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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NV51 AYB is a 2001 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 NV51 AYB, 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

How do I check the history of NV51 AYB?

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What year was NV51 AYB registered?

NV51 AYB is a 2001 Renault Clio, first registered on 2 November 2001.

Is NV51 AYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV51 AYB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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