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SB61 LFN

2011 Renault Clio

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

117,471 mi
Last recorded117,471 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Renault Clio54,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB61 LFN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 117,471 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2026 117,468 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 97,463 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2025 97,463 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 79,676 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses metal ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is heavily cracked between the treads advise inspection (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Lower Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both sides where the springs sit are corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2024 79,675 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated possibly by antifreeze ? (1.8 (a))

Nearside 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 Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn new ball joint fitted not secured properly movement up and down possibly the wrong one? (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses metal ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is heavily cracked between the treads advise inspection (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Lower Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both sides where the springs sit are corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 76,051 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Jul 2023 76,029 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 70,702 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 56,170 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 55,034 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 48,138 miles

Front Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jul 2019 48,060 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 39,817 miles

Front both tyres wearing on edges

Fail 19 Jul 2018 39,817 miles

Front both tyres wearing on edges

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 33,758 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 33,757 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2016 31,228 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 26,766 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 22,076 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2014 22,076 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.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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SB61 LFN is a 2011 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2011 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 54,777 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 SB61 LFN, 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 15 years old, this Renault Clio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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SB61 LFN is a 2011 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 December 2011.

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