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Renault Clio

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,998 cc

L23 HRLMOT history

L23 HRL is a blue petrol Renault Clio first used on 16 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 144,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

L23 HRL blue Renault Clio – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Clio, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
144,265 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,742 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 HRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Clio
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 HRL was last recorded at 144,265 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,265 miles · 22 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,742 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,265 miles
  • 2025 – 140,575 miles
  • 2024 – 138,891 miles
  • 2023 – 135,178 miles
  • 2021 – 130,028 miles
  • 2020 – 120,369 miles
  • 2019 – 116,499 miles
  • 2018 – 111,599 miles
  • 2017 – 109,323 miles
  • 2016 – 104,324 miles
  • 2015 – 99,640 miles
  • 2014 – 93,938 miles
  • 2013 – 90,082 miles
  • 2012 – 85,771 miles
  • 2011 – 79,821 miles
  • 2010 – 70,017 miles
  • 2009 – 56,338 miles
  • 2008 – 45,762 miles
  • 2007 – 35,691 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,265 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Emissions unable to be completed

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,265 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    144,265 miles
    Test number
    828399009398
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail144,265 miles (+3,690)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,265 miles
    Test number
    765832610228
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass140,575 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    140,575 miles
    Test number
    927245789249
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail140,575 miles (+1,684)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,575 miles
    Test number
    600685477472
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sill excessively corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sill excessively corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass138,891 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    138,891 miles
    Test number
    843430087838
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail138,891 miles (+3,713)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,891 miles
    Test number
    182344013291
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass135,178 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    135,178 miles
    Test number
    553382397465
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play at strut top mounting when jacked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill edge squashed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail135,165 miles (+5,137)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,165 miles
    Test number
    191425365170
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play at strut top mounting when jacked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill edge squashed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass130,028 miles (+9,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    130,028 miles
    Test number
    862313038305
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass120,369 miles (+3,870)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    120,369 miles
    Test number
    218990860689
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass116,499 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    116,499 miles
    Test number
    818127152212
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail116,499 miles (+4,900)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,499 miles
    Test number
    548539460778
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass111,599 miles (+2,276)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    111,599 miles
    Test number
    433819981754
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside cv boot has small split

  14. Pass109,323 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    109,323 miles
    Test number
    464989351926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail109,319 miles (+4,995)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,319 miles
    Test number
    443916821099
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine missfire

  16. Pass104,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    104,324 miles
    Test number
    480279629243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail104,324 miles (+4,684)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,324 miles
    Test number
    546113572927
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

  18. Pass99,640 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    99,640 miles
    Test number
    769166488386
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both front (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil spring slight corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner steering arm slight play

  19. Fail99,640 miles (+5,702)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,640 miles
    Test number
    625324374923
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both front (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil spring slight corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner steering arm slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear discs worn

  20. Pass93,938 miles (+3,856)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    93,938 miles
    Test number
    258192004353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass90,082 miles (+4,311)8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    90,082 miles
    Test number
    257717393200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front wipers starting to deteriorate but still clearing screen.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePower steering pump drive belt sqeaks slightly when steering held on full lock.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass85,771 miles (+5,950)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    85,771 miles
    Test number
    566254702359
    • NoteEngine management light on.
    • NoteOnly just within emission test limits.

  23. Pass79,821 miles (+9,804)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    79,821 miles
    Test number
    865940881296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass70,017 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    70,017 miles
    Test number
    474148790297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail70,006 miles (+13,668)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,006 miles
    Test number
    922593290230
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEML warning light on
    • NoteNearside outer cv boot secured by calbe tie is slightly loose not coming off housing when in lock.
    • NoteOil level on minimum

  26. Pass56,338 miles (+10,576)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    56,338 miles
    Test number
    101622159229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass45,762 miles (+10,071)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    45,762 miles
    Test number
    260108848252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    35,691 miles
    Test number
    601293147278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 HRL

Does L23 HRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 HRL is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 HRL?
The MOT on L23 HRL is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 HRL done?
L23 HRL was recorded at 144,265 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 5,742 miles a year.
Has L23 HRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 HRL has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 HRL 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 HRL find?
L23 HRL passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front.

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