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Renault Clio

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,149 cc

LC52 UTUMOT history

LC52 UTU is a blue petrol Renault Clio first used on 20 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2025 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 123,644 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2024.

LC52 UTU blue Renault Clio – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Clio, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Dec 2025
Mileage
123,644 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2024
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,650 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 UTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Clio
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,149 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 UTU was last recorded at 123,644 miles on 3 Dec 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,644 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,650 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 123,644 miles
  • 2023 – 118,011 miles
  • 2022 – 109,638 miles
  • 2021 – 103,060 miles
  • 2020 – 97,942 miles
  • 2019 – 97,644 miles
  • 2018 – 97,557 miles
  • 2017 – 97,489 miles
  • 2016 – 91,854 miles
  • 2015 – 84,441 miles
  • 2014 – 76,566 miles
  • 2013 – 57,322 miles
  • 2012 – 53,686 miles
  • 2011 – 49,402 miles
  • 2010 – 44,350 miles
  • 2009 – 37,973 miles
  • 2008 – 30,345 miles
  • 2007 – 23,507 miles
  • 2005 – 16,715 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,644 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp heavily deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake servo has surface corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySpare wheel area has water inRecorded at 2 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 30 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,644 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    123,644 miles
    Test number
    623341681491
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp heavily deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo has surface corrosion
    • AdvisorySpare wheel area has water in
  2. Fail123,644 miles (+5,633)5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,644 miles
    Test number
    740059397651
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp heavily deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo has surface corrosion
    • AdvisorySpare wheel area has water in
  3. Pass118,011 miles (+1)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    118,011 miles
    Test number
    152845145144
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail118,010 miles (+8,372)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,010 miles
    Test number
    619127190264
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass109,638 miles (+6,578)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    109,638 miles
    Test number
    256469544995
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Pass103,060 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    103,060 miles
    Test number
    648127555959
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Fail103,055 miles (+5,113)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,055 miles
    Test number
    701185276386
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Inscure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged Abs ring cracked (1.6 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  8. Pass97,942 miles (+298)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    97,942 miles
    Test number
    992354146425
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  9. Pass97,644 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,644 miles
    Test number
    425179103725
    • AdvisoryBoth head lights deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer c v boot has slight seepage around inner clip area
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting unbonded
  10. Fail97,644 miles (+87)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,644 miles
    Test number
    670585973558
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth head lights deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer c v boot has slight seepage around inner clip area
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting unbonded
  11. Pass97,557 miles (+68)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    97,557 miles
    Test number
    245090976743
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount unbonded
  12. Pass97,489 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    97,489 miles
    Test number
    631653843984
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamps deteriated
    • AdvisoryEcu light on
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pads thin
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber dust cover split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer tyre tread wearing
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mount split/unbonded
    • AdvisoryRear Gear box stabilizer link bush worn
    • AdvisorySpare tyre flat
  13. Fail97,489 miles (+5,635)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,489 miles
    Test number
    543830381050
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamps deteriated
    • AdvisoryEcu light on
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pads thin
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber dust cover split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer tyre tread wearing
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mount split/unbonded
    • AdvisoryRear Gear box stabilizer link bush worn
    • AdvisorySpare tyre flat
  14. Pass91,854 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    91,854 miles
    Test number
    692285381635
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  15. Fail91,849 miles (+7,408)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,849 miles
    Test number
    595542456711
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  16. Pass84,441 miles (+7,875)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    84,441 miles
    Test number
    383212924839
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view before test
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre sidewall scuffed
  17. Pass76,566 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    76,566 miles
    Test number
    406606244413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail76,556 miles (+6,564)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,556 miles
    Test number
    575264544383
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  19. Pass69,992 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    69,992 miles
    Test number
    295805034000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear wiper blade worn out
  20. Fail69,992 miles (+12,670)3 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,992 miles
    Test number
    325515234044
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear tyres serverly deteriorated
    • NoteRear wiper blade worn out
  21. Pass57,322 miles (+3,636)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    57,322 miles
    Test number
    458156843013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,686 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    53,686 miles
    Test number
    178321032063
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has damaged sidewall
  23. Fail53,686 miles (+4,284)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,686 miles
    Test number
    765871932046
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has damaged sidewall
  24. Pass49,402 miles (+5,052)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    49,402 miles
    Test number
    559060121098
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass44,350 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    44,350 miles
    Test number
    691488720089
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin
  26. Fail44,350 miles (+6,377)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,350 miles
    Test number
    102868120402
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin
  27. Pass37,973 miles (+7,628)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    37,973 miles
    Test number
    102759029010
    • NoteHazzard light switch faulty
  28. Pass30,345 miles (+6,838)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    30,345 miles
    Test number
    723662838061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass23,507 miles (+6,792)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    23,507 miles
    Test number
    120250417440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass16,715 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    16,715 miles
    Test number
    421304465467
    • 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)
    • 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)

Questions about LC52 UTU

Does LC52 UTU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC52 UTU expired on 11 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC52 UTU?
The MOT on LC52 UTU expired on 11 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC52 UTU done?
LC52 UTU was recorded at 123,644 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2024, an average of 5,650 miles a year.
Has LC52 UTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 UTU has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LC52 UTU 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 LC52 UTU find?
LC52 UTU passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2024 with 9 advisories: central exhaust clamp heavily deteriorated; front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 6 more.

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