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Renault Clio

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,149 cc

S780 JLJMOT history

S780 JLJ is a blue petrol Renault Clio first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 96,940 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2026
Mileage
96,940 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,659 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S780 JLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Clio
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,149 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S780 JLJ was last recorded at 96,940 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,927 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
2,659 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,940 miles
  • 2024 – 91,203 miles
  • 2023 – 90,582 miles
  • 2022 – 89,459 miles
  • 2021 – 88,058 miles
  • 2020 – 86,940 miles
  • 2019 – 85,978 miles
  • 2018 – 84,597 miles
  • 2017 – 82,801 miles
  • 2016 – 81,252 miles
  • 2015 – 79,271 miles
  • 2014 – 76,922 miles
  • 2013 – 74,646 miles
  • 2012 – 72,395 miles
  • 2011 – 70,374 miles
  • 2010 – 67,936 miles
  • 2009 – 64,585 miles
  • 2008 – 60,783 miles
  • 2007 – 54,897 miles
  • 2006 – 48,021 miles
  • 2005 – 43,735 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,940 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

34 tests since 13 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,940 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    96,940 miles
    Test number
    495759572393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail96,927 miles (+5,724)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,927 miles
    Test number
    330812165322
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect No definable beam pattern projected (both) (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords badly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,203 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    91,203 miles
    Test number
    205451197118
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  4. Fail91,201 miles (+619)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,201 miles
    Test number
    490455536832
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  5. Pass90,582 miles (+1,123)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    90,582 miles
    Test number
    344727307823
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both (4.2.3 (c))

  6. Pass89,459 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    89,459 miles
    Test number
    428035158767
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail89,459 miles (+1,401)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,459 miles
    Test number
    147795065910
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass88,058 miles (+1,118)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,058 miles
    Test number
    276273695609
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass86,940 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    86,940 miles
    Test number
    113959493251
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre worn on inner edge

  10. Fail86,936 miles (+958)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,936 miles
    Test number
    911085619622
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre worn on inner edge

  11. Pass85,978 miles (+1,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    85,978 miles
    Test number
    361865901311
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracked/perished slightly and are wearing on inner edges

  12. Pass84,597 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    84,597 miles
    Test number
    318462987985
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail84,594 miles (+1,793)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,594 miles
    Test number
    889010357986
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid water goes over the wind screen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass82,801 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    82,801 miles
    Test number
    427382740605
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail82,798 miles (+1,546)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,798 miles
    Test number
    237135848564
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass81,252 miles (+1,981)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    81,252 miles
    Test number
    196766819063
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer insides broken and front end plate cracking (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass79,271 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    79,271 miles
    Test number
    914937196058
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion starting offside rear outer sill

  18. Fail79,271 miles (+2,349)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,271 miles
    Test number
    152042721105
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion starting offside rear outer sill

  19. Pass76,922 miles (+2,276)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    76,922 miles
    Test number
    985820984209
    • NoteOffside front anti roll bar link arm bushes corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust mounting cracking
    • NoteRear number plate in poor condition

  20. Pass74,646 miles (+2,251)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    74,646 miles
    Test number
    169867383223
    • NoteBoth anti roll bar links perished
    • NoteGear box leaking oil
    • NoteOff side rear wheel bearing noisey
    • NoteRear axle bush's perishing
    • NoteRear blade split
    • NoteRear box mount perished
    • NoteRear registration plate poor condition

  21. Pass72,395 miles3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    72,395 miles
    Test number
    735599492205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres and nearside front tyre cracking on edge.
    • NoteGearbox oil leak.
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear axle front rubber mountings starting to separate from metal houings.
    • NoteOffside front tyre has lost tread patton on inner edge.
    • NoteRear number plate in poor condition.

  22. Fail72,395 miles (+2,021)1 failure5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,395 miles
    Test number
    276697892280
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres and nearside front tyre cracking on edge.
    • NoteGearbox oil leak.
    • NoteNearside headlamp lense clouding over, patton poor.
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear axle front rubber mountings starting to separate from metal houings.
    • NoteOffside front tyre has lost tread patton on inner edge.
    • NoteRear number plate in poor condition.

  23. Pass70,374 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    70,374 miles
    Test number
    235628391236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Fail70,374 miles (+2,438)5 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,374 miles
    Test number
    618827991223
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass67,936 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    67,936 miles
    Test number
    822049070226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Fail67,936 miles (+3,351)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,936 miles
    Test number
    944059970256
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  27. Pass64,585 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    64,585 miles
    Test number
    701305499259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail64,581 miles (+3,798)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,581 miles
    Test number
    471564899216
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Pass60,783 miles (+5,886)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    60,783 miles
    Test number
    783141608307
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAnti-roll bar bushes cracking
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade split

  30. Pass54,897 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    54,897 miles
    Test number
    320278497251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail54,796 miles (+6,775)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,796 miles
    Test number
    231543597294
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  32. Pass48,021 miles (+4,286)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    48,021 miles
    Test number
    712174096232
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak gearbox area

  33. Fail43,735 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,735 miles
    Test number
    360356485215
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass43,735 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    43,735 miles
    Test number
    794856585292
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S780 JLJ

Does S780 JLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S780 JLJ is valid until 26 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on S780 JLJ?
The MOT on S780 JLJ is valid until 26 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S780 JLJ done?
S780 JLJ was recorded at 96,940 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 2,659 miles a year.
Has S780 JLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S780 JLJ has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S780 JLJ 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 S780 JLJ find?
S780 JLJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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