Renault Clio Rs Line E-Tech Hev Auto
From 1,066 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged and wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. The top issue, a tyre cords visible or damaged, caused 33 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 33 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 24 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 14 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 9 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 8 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 6 |
| seat belt not functioning as intended or of an incorrect type | 4 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 3 |
| a tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. this includes any lifting of the tread rubber | 3 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 69.2% of Clio Rs Line E-Tech Hev Auto failures are safety items (worn brakes, tyre damage, steering play). The car still drives, but you shouldn't. Only 0% are the kind that would actually strand you. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £76.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 87.7% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2020 | 88.7% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all Clio Rs Line E-Tech Hev Autos tested had between 11,468 and 27,000 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 17,821 median miles, the Clio Rs Line E-Tech Hev Auto has 0.066 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Renault models
| Renault Clio | 68.2% |
| Renault Captur | 80.4% |
| Renault Trafic | 69.1% |
| Renault Megane | 67.1% |
| Renault Kadjar | 81.8% |
Common questions
What is the Renault Clio Rs Line E-Tech Hev Auto MOT pass rate?
The Renault Clio Rs Line E-Tech Hev Auto has a 88.3% MOT pass rate based on 1,066 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Renault Clio Rs Line E-Tech Hev Auto?
The most common MOT failure on the Renault Clio Rs Line E-Tech Hev Auto is a tyre cords visible or damaged, which caused 33 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Renault Clio Rs Line E-Tech Hev Auto at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Renault Clio Rs Line E-Tech Hev Auto is 17,821 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 11,468 and 27,000 miles.
Buying a used Clio Rs Line E-Tech Hev Auto?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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