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2018 RENAULT CLIO1.1L PETROL

SL18 AAJ

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 2018 RENAULT CLIO is a PETROL vehicle with a 1149cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is taxed for road use. The latest recorded mileage is 67,881.

MOT
Valid
Expires 19/12/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/10/2026
Fuel
PETROL
Year
2018
Engine
1149cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, passing its most recent inspection on 9 December 2025 at 67,881 miles. While the record shows an initial failure on that same date, the immediate pass with no recorded defects suggests a minor or superficial issue that was rectified quickly. The overall trend indicates the car is maintained to a functional standard, with no recurring mechanical failures or structural concerns documented over the last three years. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical UK usage for a modern hatchback, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per annum. Between the November 2023 test at 34,858 miles and the December 2025 test at 67,881 miles, the vehicle covered 33,023 miles in two years. This steady accumulation suggests the car is used regularly rather than sitting for long periods, which is generally beneficial for maintaining seals and preventing fluid degradation. The intervals between tests are regular, reflecting a proactive approach to legal roadworthiness compliance. Given the clean nature of the advisories in the most recent passes, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on consumable components that wear at this mileage bracket. At nearly 68,000 miles, it is prudent to check the condition of suspension bushes and coil springs for fatigue, as these often begin to degrade after eight years. The buyer should also inspect the brake discs for thinness or uneven wear, though the MOT record does not specifically flag binding calipers orrelated issues. The lack of structural corrosion advisories in the history suggests the chassis remains sound for now.

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78
/ 100 · Good

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 22 Jun 2026, 16:43
AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2018 Renault Clio (SL18 AAJ), we found 5 MOT results in the period of November 2023 to December 2025.

With 3 passes and 2 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 60%. The pass rate is roughly in line with national averages for vehicles of this age.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 3 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 3 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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