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P105 MKO

1997 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

42,372 mi
Last recorded42,372 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP105 MKO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 42,372 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2025 42,372 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Vehicle overheated (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 3 Oct 2025 42,351 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2025 42,337 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 38,563 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 38,563 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 34,289 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 27,416 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 27,415 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 22,813 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

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

Pass 17 Jan 2017 19,859 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 19,674 miles

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

front discs pitted

front number plate cracked

Fail 11 Dec 2014 19,674 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

front discs pitted

front number plate cracked

Pass 30 Sep 2013 19,657 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front number plater damaged.

Nearside front mud guard insecure.

Nearside rear light lense damaged.

Pass 24 Sep 2012 19,404 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 19,113 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 18,705 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2010 18,705 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 18,281 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 17,686 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 17,091 miles

Both rear tyres sidewalls perishing

Pass 13 Jul 2006 16,236 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 16,236 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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P105 MKO is a 1997 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 1997 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 71,067 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 P105 MKO, 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 29 years old, this Renault Clio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P105 MKO registered?

P105 MKO is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 June 1997.

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The MOT history for P105 MKO shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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