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Renault Clio

Grey · Petrol · 1997 · 1,390 cc

P472 PLXMOT history

P472 PLX is a grey petrol Renault Clio first used on 8 Feb 1997. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 74,854 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Feb 2023
Mileage
74,854 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P472 PLX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Clio
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
8 Feb 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P472 PLX was last recorded at 74,854 miles on 23 Feb 2022, 5,714 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,140 miles · 24 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
5,714 miles
Average per year
2,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 74,854 miles
  • 2021 – 69,140 miles
  • 2020 – 61,282 miles
  • 2019 – 54,562 miles
  • 2018 – 54,352 miles
  • 2017 – 53,492 miles
  • 2016 – 52,763 miles
  • 2015 – 51,903 miles
  • 2014 – 50,663 miles
  • 2013 – 49,313 miles
  • 2012 – 47,995 miles
  • 2011 – 45,878 miles
  • 2010 – 43,796 miles
  • 2009 – 41,937 miles
  • 2008 – 39,636 miles
  • 2007 – 37,231 miles
  • 2006 – 34,982 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,854 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryMiddle and rear exhaust sections corroding

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Slight

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Upper Strut top mount has play advise replace.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Wheel Trims Fitted unable to carry out full inspection on Wheels.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,854 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    74,854 miles
    Test number
    100472767611
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMiddle and rear exhaust sections corroding

  2. Fail74,854 miles (+5,714)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,854 miles
    Test number
    454237658666
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMiddle and rear exhaust sections corroding

  3. Pass69,140 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    69,140 miles
    Test number
    963825140868
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Strut top mount has play advise replace.
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel Trims Fitted unable to carry out full inspection on Wheels.

  4. Fail69,138 miles (+7,856)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,138 miles
    Test number
    970235535144
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Strut top mount has play advise replace.
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel Trims Fitted unable to carry out full inspection on Wheels.

  5. Pass61,282 miles (+6,720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    61,282 miles
    Test number
    685945294369
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper strut mount has slight play

  6. Pass54,562 miles (+210)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    54,562 miles
    Test number
    508166974608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass54,352 miles (+860)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    54,352 miles
    Test number
    137346083870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass53,492 miles (+729)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    53,492 miles
    Test number
    955879552102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass52,763 miles (+860)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    52,763 miles
    Test number
    695061916944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,903 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    51,903 miles
    Test number
    695920045071
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Fail51,903 miles (+1,240)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,903 miles
    Test number
    839970045092
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass50,663 miles (+1,350)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    50,663 miles
    Test number
    409597154086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,313 miles (+1,318)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    49,313 miles
    Test number
    885914443037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,995 miles (+2,117)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    47,995 miles
    Test number
    448273052090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,878 miles (+2,082)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    45,878 miles
    Test number
    517770241031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,796 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    43,796 miles
    Test number
    743831040015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail43,795 miles (+1,858)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,795 miles
    Test number
    792750340076
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass41,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    41,937 miles
    Test number
    483619749038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail41,937 miles (+2,301)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,937 miles
    Test number
    371739449070
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass39,636 miles (+2,405)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    39,636 miles
    Test number
    960995448059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail37,231 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,231 miles
    Test number
    223724747000
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

  22. Pass37,231 miles (+2,249)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    37,231 miles
    Test number
    851494647099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    34,982 miles
    Test number
    581678656017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail34,982 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,982 miles
    Test number
    821118256080
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about P472 PLX

Does P472 PLX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P472 PLX expired on 26 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P472 PLX?
The MOT on P472 PLX expired on 26 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P472 PLX done?
P472 PLX was recorded at 74,854 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2022, an average of 2,494 miles a year.
Has P472 PLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P472 PLX has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on P472 PLX 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 P472 PLX find?
P472 PLX passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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