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2018 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · SB18 UCD

SB18 UCD

2018 Renault Clio (1.1L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2018. Recorded mileage 39,751 miles. MOT expired on 25 May 2026.

Make & Model
RENAULT CLIO
Year / Origin
2018 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 25 May 2026
Road Tax
Untaxed (24 Mar 2026)
Recorded Mileage
39,751 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 25 May 2026
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 24 Mar 2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
1149cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The most recent MOT, conducted on 30 March 2026 at 39,751 miles, resulted in a failure. The primary issues were severe corrosion on multiple brake pipes and a compromised suspension component. These are serious safety concerns, particularly the corroded brake lines, which could lead to brake failure if not addressed. The vehicle has a recurring pattern of brake pipe corrosion, with similar issues noted in the May 2025 MOT. This suggests a potential vulnerability in the braking system, possibly due to environmental exposure or poor maintenance. The suspension issue in March 2026 also indicates a growing risk in handling and stability. The trend appears to be worsening. While the 2024 and 2023 MOTs were clean, the 2025 and 2026 MOTs show a steady decline in mechanical condition, with multiple failures and increasing severity of defects. The vehicle may have been neglected in the year leading up to the latest test. The mileage of 39,751 over eight years equates to roughly 4,969 miles per year, which is low.

SB18 UCD Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT failed on 30/03/2026
  • 39,751 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
53
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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SB18 UCD Mileage History

  1. 12/05/202322,334 mi
  2. 13/05/202427,443 mi+5,109 mi
  3. 14/05/202534,619 mi+7,176 mi
  4. 14/05/202534,619 mi
  5. 30/03/202639,751 mi+5,132 mi

Average of roughly 6,040 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SB18 UCD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Jul 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Renault Clio (SB18 UCD) between May 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 30 March 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Torn/smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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