2001 Renault Clio 1.4L Petrol · Y708 MBF
2001 Renault Clio (1.4L, petrol). First registered 30 Mar 2001. MOT valid until 26 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT CLIO
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- —
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y708 MBF Key Findings
- No MOT test records found for this registration
- MOT valid until 26/05/2027
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MOT Status
No MOT history available
No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.
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Known faults for Renault Clio Mk2
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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MOT Status
No MOT history available
No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.
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- Coil-pack and TDC-sensor starting faultsModerate
One of the best-known Clio Mk2 issues. Failing coil packs or crank/TDC sensors cause misfires, poor starting and occasional cut-outs.
- Front coil spring and suspension wearModerate
Front springs, top mounts and lower arms are regular MOT items on the Mk2, especially on cars that have lived on rough roads and cheap tyres.
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