
Renault Clio
Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,998 cc
ESV 855MOT history
ESV 855 is a red petrol Renault Clio first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 1 Dec 2025 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 119,629 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2024.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 1 Dec 2025
- Mileage
- 119,629 mi
- At MOT on 2 Dec 2024
- MOT tests
- 28
- 17 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 4,885 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- ESV 855
- Registration format
- Dateless
- Make
- Renault
- Model
- Clio
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,998 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 1 Sept 2005
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 1 Dec 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 2 Dec 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
ESV 855 was last recorded at 119,629 miles on 2 Dec 2024, 2,234 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 117,395 miles · 24 Oct 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 2,234 miles
- Average per year
- 4,885 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 119,629 miles
- 2023 – 117,395 miles
- 2022 – 115,089 miles
- 2021 – 113,924 miles
- 2020 – 111,109 miles
- 2019 – 110,292 miles
- 2018 – 108,369 miles
- 2017 – 104,384 miles
- 2016 – 101,288 miles
- 2015 – 98,200 miles
- 2014 – 94,475 miles
- 2013 – 88,006 miles
- 2012 – 82,264 miles
- 2011 – 77,719 miles
- 2010 – 71,469 miles
- 2009 – 56,476 miles
- 2008 – 40,619 miles
What the latest MOT found
No defects or advisories were recorded.
Recurring issues
Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.
Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively
Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023
Coil spring corroded both rear
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Oil leak, but not excessive from engine
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Oil leak, but not excessive from gearbox
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre section
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
28 tests since 29 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass119,629 miles (+2,234)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Dec 2025
- Odometer
- 119,629 miles
- Test number
- 431577552007
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass117,395 miles (+59)12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2024
- Odometer
- 117,395 miles
- Test number
- 727424702911
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre section (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and worn uneven on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear shock absorbers corroded
Fail117,336 miles (+2,247)6 major11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 117,336 miles
- Test number
- 844753456196
- MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn both rear inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre section (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and worn uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroded
Pass115,089 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 115,089 miles
- Test number
- 923887777453
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front exhaust pipe to cat section (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail115,089 miles (+1,165)1 dangerous8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 115,089 miles
- Test number
- 339602014088
- DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front exhaust pipe to cat section (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass113,924 miles (+1,336)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 113,924 miles
- Test number
- 889839033449
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail112,588 miles (+1,479)7 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 112,588 miles
- Test number
- 171595902678
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Pass111,109 miles (+817)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 111,109 miles
- Test number
- 272224553561
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass110,292 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 110,292 miles
- Test number
- 946711657918
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Fail110,292 miles (+1,923)1 repaired7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 110,292 miles
- Test number
- 955140216779
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Pass108,369 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Dec 2019
- Odometer
- 108,369 miles
- Test number
- 253608134080
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail108,368 miles (+3,984)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 108,368 miles
- Test number
- 786625209193
- DangerousOffside Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass104,384 miles (+3,096)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 4 Dec 2018
- Odometer
- 104,384 miles
- Test number
- 385752488505
- AdvisoryExhaust front section to centre section corroded
Pass101,288 miles (+554)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 4 Dec 2017
- Odometer
- 101,288 miles
- Test number
- 585349080237
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow at joints, (7.1.2)
Fail100,734 miles (+2,534)9 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,734 miles
- Test number
- 892654824611
- FailureEmissions not tested due to major leak of exhaust (7.4.B.1)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases leak from catalyst joints (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split damaged (2.2.D.2d)
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryFront brake discs worn on the inner walls
Pass98,200 miles (+162)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Dec 2016
- Odometer
- 98,200 miles
- Test number
- 943113545748
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail98,038 miles (+3,563)6 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,038 miles
- Test number
- 673306335222
- FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded hub (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded crossover to hub (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass94,475 miles (+233)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Dec 2015
- Odometer
- 94,475 miles
- Test number
- 675552134356
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail94,242 miles (+6,236)5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,242 miles
- Test number
- 298118614381
- FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Pass88,006 miles (+5,742)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Dec 2014
- Odometer
- 88,006 miles
- Test number
- 838527113318
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass82,264 miles (+4,545)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Dec 2013
- Odometer
- 82,264 miles
- Test number
- 978694312315
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass77,719 miles (+6,250)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Dec 2012
- Odometer
- 77,719 miles
- Test number
- 986488521351
- AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Pass71,469 miles (+5)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Dec 2011
- Odometer
- 71,469 miles
- Test number
- 244866030326
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail71,464 miles (+14,988)3 failures4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,464 miles
- Test number
- 794458520345
- FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
- FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteOffside front bottom suspension arm at ball joint fixing ;bent;.
Pass56,476 miles
- MOT expiry
- 28 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 56,476 miles
- Test number
- 592000179263
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail56,476 miles (+15,857)8 failures5 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 56,476 miles
- Test number
- 820939469202
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
- FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureExhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
- FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteEngine management light on
- NoteEngine noisy on idle
Pass40,619 miles3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 28 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 40,619 miles
- Test number
- 162823078247
- NoteNail in offside rear tyre
- NoteFront bumper damaged
- NoteOff side front fog lamp damaged
Fail40,614 miles4 failures3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 40,614 miles
- Test number
- 483513878289
- FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
- FailureFront registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
- FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
- FailureRear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
- NoteNail in offside rear tyre
- NoteFront bumper damaged
- NoteOff side front fog lamp damaged
Questions about ESV 855
- What vehicle is registration ESV 855 currently assigned to?
- DVSA MOT records show ESV 855 on a red petrol Renault Clio first used on 1 Sept 2005. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
- Does ESV 855 currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on ESV 855 expired on 1 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on ESV 855?
- The MOT on ESV 855 expired on 1 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has ESV 855 done?
- ESV 855 was recorded at 119,629 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2024, an average of 4,885 miles a year.
- Has ESV 855 ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. ESV 855 has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2023.
- Has the mileage on ESV 855 ever gone down?
- No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
- What did the latest MOT on ESV 855 find?
- ESV 855 passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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