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Renault Clio

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,461 cc

L23 FREMOT history

L23 FRE is a black diesel Renault Clio first used on 29 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 80,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

L23 FRE black Renault Clio – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Clio, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
80,840 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,881 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 FRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Clio
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
29 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 FRE was last recorded at 80,840 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 6,701 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,139 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,701 miles
Average per year
8,881 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,840 miles
  • 2025 – 74,139 miles
  • 2024 – 59,317 miles
  • 2023 – 46,265 miles
  • 2022 – 32,957 miles
  • 2021 – 30,176 miles
  • 2020 – 24,837 miles
  • 2019 – 18,743 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,840 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 13 Sept 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,840 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    80,840 miles
    Test number
    675981410988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail80,840 miles (+6,701)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,840 miles
    Test number
    426370835145
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass74,139 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    74,139 miles
    Test number
    168194455469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail74,118 miles (+14,801)1 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,118 miles
    Test number
    871107367316
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass59,317 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    59,317 miles
    Test number
    975433068067
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail59,313 miles (+13,048)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,313 miles
    Test number
    199176670428
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass46,265 miles (+13,308)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    46,265 miles
    Test number
    297599543922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass32,957 miles (+2,781)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    32,957 miles
    Test number
    697903745840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass30,176 miles (+5,339)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    30,176 miles
    Test number
    483009404068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass24,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    24,837 miles
    Test number
    637760158038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail24,837 miles (+6,094)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,837 miles
    Test number
    893521871084
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass18,743 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    18,743 miles
    Test number
    953217677795
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm and bald on inner edge (205/45r17) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm and bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail18,743 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,743 miles
    Test number
    604693757171
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm and bald on inner edge (205/45r17) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm and bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L23 FRE

Does L23 FRE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 FRE is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 FRE?
The MOT on L23 FRE is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 FRE done?
L23 FRE was recorded at 80,840 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 8,881 miles a year.
Has L23 FRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 FRE has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 FRE 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 L23 FRE find?
L23 FRE passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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