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SJ16 GSS

2016 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

62,944 mi
Last recorded62,944 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Renault Clio41,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ16 GSS
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 62,944 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2026 62,944 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both lamps (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x 2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2025 59,899 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear shocks rusty (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 May 2025 59,899 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear shocks rusty (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 57,296 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2024 57,294 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 May 2023 53,703 miles
Fail 12 May 2023 53,703 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 46,095 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jul 2022 46,095 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 36,534 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 29,283 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 13 Jun 2019 22,878 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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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SJ16 GSS is a 2016 Renault Clio in Grey with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 SJ16 GSS, 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 SJ16 GSS registered?

SJ16 GSS is a 2016 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 June 2016.

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