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SG16 SFZ

2016 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1146cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

78,581 mi
Last recorded78,581 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Renault Clio41,190 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG16 SFZ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,146cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 78,581 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2026 78,434 miles
Fail 19 May 2026 77,616 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 67,686 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside wing mirror cracked

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Dec 2024 67,676 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside wing mirror cracked

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 60,556 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 52,579 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 43,766 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 37,288 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 29,237 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 18,600 miles

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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SG16 SFZ is a 2016 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,146cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 41,190 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 SG16 SFZ, 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 10 years old, this Renault Clio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SG16 SFZ registered?

SG16 SFZ is a 2016 Renault Clio, first registered on 25 March 2016.

Is SG16 SFZ safe to buy?

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