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Renault Clio

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,390 cc

R129 TLUMOT history

R129 TLU is a red petrol Renault Clio first used on 11 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 36,393 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
36,393 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,447 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R129 TLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Clio
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
11 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R129 TLU was last recorded at 36,393 miles on 21 Feb 2026, 488 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,905 miles · 20 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
488 miles
Average per year
1,447 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,393 miles
  • 2024 – 35,905 miles
  • 2023 – 35,566 miles
  • 2022 – 29,035 miles
  • 2020 – 27,541 miles
  • 2019 – 26,472 miles
  • 2018 – 24,567 miles
  • 2017 – 22,758 miles
  • 2016 – 20,413 miles
  • 2015 – 20,026 miles
  • 2014 – 18,347 miles
  • 2013 – 16,969 miles
  • 2012 – 15,169 miles
  • 2011 – 13,620 miles
  • 2010 – 11,983 miles
  • 2009 – 10,804 miles
  • 2008 – 10,396 miles
  • 2007 – 8,250 miles
  • 2006 – 8,086 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,393 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,393 miles (+488)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    36,393 miles
    Test number
    758500016165
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass35,905 miles (+339)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    35,905 miles
    Test number
    978749625177
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass35,566 miles (+6,531)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    35,566 miles
    Test number
    830002555271
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass29,035 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    29,035 miles
    Test number
    471057565305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail29,034 miles (+1,493)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,034 miles
    Test number
    416919551939
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass27,541 miles (+1,069)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    27,541 miles
    Test number
    197599119076
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass26,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    26,472 miles
    Test number
    415294801015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail26,472 miles (+1,905)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,472 miles
    Test number
    580064185027
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass24,567 miles (+1,809)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    24,567 miles
    Test number
    614342609614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass22,758 miles (+2,345)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    22,758 miles
    Test number
    835232186983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass20,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    20,413 miles
    Test number
    402327894733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail20,413 miles (+387)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,413 miles
    Test number
    440225192937
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (7.1.2)

  13. Pass20,026 miles (+1,679)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    20,026 miles
    Test number
    816689995186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass18,347 miles (+1,378)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    18,347 miles
    Test number
    138050894187
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  15. Pass16,969 miles (+1,800)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    16,969 miles
    Test number
    557011203215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass15,169 miles (+1,549)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    15,169 miles
    Test number
    776286692195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass13,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    13,620 miles
    Test number
    346046701230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail13,620 miles (+1,637)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,620 miles
    Test number
    667594001208
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass11,983 miles (+1,179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    11,983 miles
    Test number
    241048190153
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass10,804 miles (+408)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    10,804 miles
    Test number
    992744409282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass10,396 miles (+2,146)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    10,396 miles
    Test number
    352240118206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass8,250 miles (+164)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    8,250 miles
    Test number
    342008907252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    8,086 miles
    Test number
    353163016226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R129 TLU

Does R129 TLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R129 TLU is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on R129 TLU?
The MOT on R129 TLU is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R129 TLU done?
R129 TLU was recorded at 36,393 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 1,447 miles a year.
Has R129 TLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R129 TLU has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on R129 TLU 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 R129 TLU find?
R129 TLU passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both side; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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