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Renault Clio

Orange · Petrol · 1998 · 1,390 cc

S797 ADVMOT history

S797 ADV is an orange petrol Renault Clio first used on 5 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 53,551 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
53,551 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,453 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S797 ADV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Clio
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
5 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S797 ADV was last recorded at 53,551 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 2,335 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,216 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,335 miles
Average per year
1,453 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,551 miles
  • 2025 – 51,216 miles
  • 2024 – 48,922 miles
  • 2023 – 46,582 miles
  • 2022 – 44,315 miles
  • 2021 – 42,630 miles
  • 2020 – 40,772 miles
  • 2019 – 39,549 miles
  • 2018 – 39,324 miles
  • 2017 – 38,933 miles
  • 2016 – 37,717 miles
  • 2015 – 36,964 miles
  • 2014 – 35,977 miles
  • 2013 – 34,958 miles
  • 2012 – 33,917 miles
  • 2011 – 32,890 miles
  • 2010 – 31,797 miles
  • 2009 – 29,972 miles
  • 2008 – 27,953 miles
  • 2007 – 26,562 miles
  • 2006 – 24,986 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,551 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Faded (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded 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.

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Outer sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Outer wheel arch corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,551 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    53,551 miles
    Test number
    293336024444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Faded (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail53,550 miles (+2,334)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,550 miles
    Test number
    416017912863
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Faded (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass51,216 miles (+2,294)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    51,216 miles
    Test number
    173542447454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount has slight play (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount has slight play (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass48,922 miles (+2,340)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    48,922 miles
    Test number
    330904693618
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Faded (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass46,582 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    46,582 miles
    Test number
    443876618249
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor to sill weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail46,582 miles (+2,267)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,582 miles
    Test number
    390247084799
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor to sill weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass44,315 miles (+1,685)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    44,315 miles
    Test number
    460773313071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass42,630 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    42,630 miles
    Test number
    992894324431
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail42,629 miles (+1,857)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,629 miles
    Test number
    866102207318
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass40,772 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    40,772 miles
    Test number
    719901972102
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer wheel arch corroded

  11. Fail40,771 miles (+1,222)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,771 miles
    Test number
    811752180917
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer wheel arch corroded

  12. Pass39,549 miles (+225)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    39,549 miles
    Test number
    449794005956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,324 miles (+391)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    39,324 miles
    Test number
    137785566868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,933 miles (+1,216)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    38,933 miles
    Test number
    817724359127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    37,717 miles
    Test number
    243724787840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail37,717 miles (+753)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,717 miles
    Test number
    401586183989
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass36,964 miles (+987)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,964 miles
    Test number
    806371705287
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail35,977 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,977 miles
    Test number
    299162404258
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteOff side front tyre on legal limet

  19. Pass35,977 miles (+1,019)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    35,977 miles
    Test number
    459522004287
    • NoteOff side front tyre on legal limet

  20. Pass34,958 miles (+1,041)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    34,958 miles
    Test number
    179788893156
    • NoteOffside front abs ring cracked
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  21. Pass33,917 miles (+1,027)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    33,917 miles
    Test number
    188056302223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,890 miles (+1,093)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    32,890 miles
    Test number
    635493091141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    31,797 miles
    Test number
    760178590199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail31,797 miles (+1,825)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,797 miles
    Test number
    321288190118
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

  25. Pass29,972 miles (+2,019)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    29,972 miles
    Test number
    983490619261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,953 miles (+1,391)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    27,953 miles
    Test number
    734297808282
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass26,562 miles (+1,576)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    26,562 miles
    Test number
    642333217207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass24,986 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    24,986 miles
    Test number
    722944316255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about S797 ADV

Does S797 ADV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S797 ADV is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S797 ADV?
The MOT on S797 ADV is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S797 ADV done?
S797 ADV was recorded at 53,551 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 1,453 miles a year.
Has S797 ADV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S797 ADV has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S797 ADV 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 S797 ADV find?
S797 ADV passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured faded; power steering pump has slight seepage; rear exhaust mounting defective, and 2 more.

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