2001 · 23 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2001 Renault Clio MOT pass rate and common faults

1,882 MOT tests in 2024. 52.3% passed first time, compared with 59.4% for all cars the same age.

88Well below average
Passed first time52.3%
Failed or needed repairs47.7%
Typical mileage at test76,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 1,882 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt5.7%
  2. Steering rack: gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt5.0%
  3. SRS malfunction indicator lamp: warning lamp indicates a fault4.4%
  4. Coil spring: fractured or broken3.9%
  5. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.8%
  6. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect3.5%
  7. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn3.5%
  8. Service brake imbalance: across an axle3.5%
  9. Position lamp: not working3.1%
  10. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play3.0%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics36.2%
  2. Brakes21.6%
  3. Suspension21.4%
  4. Body & chassis12.1%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)11.5%
  6. Steering9.0%
  7. Seat belts & airbags7.3%
  8. Tyres7.3%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine17.5%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm17.0%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure12.6%
  4. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened11.7%
  5. Registration plates: inscription illegible10.1%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2001 Renault Clio?

In 2024, 52.3% of 2001 Renault Clio cars passed their MOT first time, across 1,882 tests. The average for all 23-year-old cars was 59.4%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2001 Renault Clio?

The most common failure reasons were joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; steering rack: gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; srs malfunction indicator lamp: warning lamp indicates a fault. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2001 Renault Clio reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 88, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).