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SJ65 ARK

2016 Renault Clio

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,512 mi
Last recorded87,512 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Renault Clio41,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ65 ARK
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 87,512 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2025 87,512 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 85,658 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2024 85,653 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 83,562 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 80,757 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Sep 2022 80,737 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 77,790 miles

Offside Front Inner Headlight bulb retaining device worn on inspection

Pass 1 Oct 2020 74,590 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 70,198 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 64,816 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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SJ65 ARK is a 2016 Renault Clio in White with a 1,461cc diesel 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 SJ65 ARK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SJ65 ARK registered?

SJ65 ARK is a 2016 Renault Clio, first registered on 13 February 2016.

Is SJ65 ARK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ65 ARK 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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