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SW53 GKA

2013 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,488 mi
Last recorded101,488 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Renault Clio54,109 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW53 GKA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 101,488 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Feb 2026 101,484 miles

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

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))

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 95,422 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slightly scratched at Nearside (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 90,965 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2023 90,963 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 87,572 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 77,998 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BUILD DATE 08/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BUILD DATE 43/13 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BUILD DATE 05/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BUILD DATE 17/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Dec 2021 77,998 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BUILD DATE 08/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BUILD DATE 43/13 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BUILD DATE 05/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BUILD DATE 17/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2020 70,942 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 61,648 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2019 61,648 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 57,294 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 57,294 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2017 54,586 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 37,856 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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SW53 GKA is a 2013 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 54,109 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 SW53 GKA, 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 13 years old, this Renault Clio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SW53 GKA registered?

SW53 GKA is a 2013 Renault Clio, first registered on 12 December 2013.

Is SW53 GKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW53 GKA shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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