2001 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · Y492 ARL
2001 Renault Clio (1.1L, petrol). First registered 18 May 2001. Recorded mileage 74,355 miles. MOT valid until 06 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT CLIO
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,355 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y492 ARL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/10/2026
- 74,355 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
Y492 ARL MOT History
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 2001 Renault Clio (Y492 ARL) between June 2024 and October 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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.
Y492 ARL Mileage History
- 15/06/202466,387 mi
- 15/06/202466,387 mi
- 21/06/202567,644 mi+1,257 mi
- 08/10/202674,355 mi+6,711 mi
- 08/10/202674,355 mi
Average of roughly 3,444 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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