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Renault Clio

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T159 RETMOT history

T159 RET is a white petrol Renault Clio first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 83,890 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jan 2026
Mileage
83,890 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,322 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T159 RET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Clio
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T159 RET was last recorded at 83,890 miles on 21 Jan 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,890 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,322 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,890 miles
  • 2024 – 79,251 miles
  • 2022 – 75,853 miles
  • 2021 – 70,471 miles
  • 2020 – 68,511 miles
  • 2019 – 66,793 miles
  • 2018 – 60,324 miles
  • 2017 – 59,638 miles
  • 2016 – 55,790 miles
  • 2015 – 53,533 miles
  • 2014 – 52,224 miles
  • 2013 – 50,756 miles
  • 2012 – 49,234 miles
  • 2011 – 47,641 miles
  • 2010 – 45,906 miles
  • 2009 – 44,456 miles
  • 2008 – 42,962 miles
  • 2007 – 41,596 miles
  • 2006 – 39,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,890 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wishbone, inner bushes deterioratingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking slightly on sidewallsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner D bushes spiltting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,890 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    83,890 miles
    Test number
    267412103501
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wishbone, inner bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking slightly on sidewalls
  2. Fail83,890 miles (+4,639)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,890 miles
    Test number
    214219757688
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wishbone, inner bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking slightly on sidewalls
  3. Pass79,251 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    79,251 miles
    Test number
    783056709711
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail79,251 miles (+3,398)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,251 miles
    Test number
    340685876755
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass75,853 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    75,853 miles
    Test number
    235901757450
    • AdvisoryInner wishbone bushes worn but not allowing excessive movement - both sides
  6. Fail75,853 miles (+5,382)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,853 miles
    Test number
    454645442316
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryInner wishbone bushes worn but not allowing excessive movement - both sides
  7. Pass70,471 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    70,471 miles
    Test number
    216174637612
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Dbush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes worn slightly
  8. Fail70,471 miles (+1,960)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,471 miles
    Test number
    768068076251
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Dbush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes worn slightly
  9. Pass68,511 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    68,511 miles
    Test number
    708568206950
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner D bushes spiltting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brakes in poor condition generally - Discs corroded & worn
    • AdvisoryInner wishbone bushes deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement - both sides, front
  10. Fail68,511 miles (+1,718)12 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,511 miles
    Test number
    568949936308
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions not tested major exhaust blow at rear (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure catalyst mounts broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (1.6 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect frosted lenses (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (1.6 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect frosted lense (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner D bushes spiltting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wishbone bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass66,793 miles (+572)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    66,793 miles
    Test number
    680710766898
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened both sides outer deteriorated and inner D bushes splitting (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front abs relucter rings corroding
  12. Fail66,221 miles (+5,897)3 dangerous10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,221 miles
    Test number
    236191318631
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment park brake lever loose to floor (1.1.15 (f))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended all twisted and jammed (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both asides headlamps frosted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced both very dim (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened both outer deteriorated and d bushes splitting (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  13. Pass60,324 miles (+686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    60,324 miles
    Test number
    866709205496
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps misted up slightly
  14. Pass59,638 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    59,638 miles
    Test number
    983714029966
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Fail59,632 miles (+3,842)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,632 miles
    Test number
    198439175982
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Pass55,790 miles (+2,257)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    55,790 miles
    Test number
    862932571085
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBattery secured by cable ties
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
  17. Pass53,533 miles (+1,309)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,533 miles
    Test number
    475182745061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,224 miles (+1,468)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    52,224 miles
    Test number
    495957354092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    50,756 miles
    Test number
    149529053462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail50,756 miles (+1,522)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,756 miles
    Test number
    575569553022
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
  21. Pass49,234 miles (+1,593)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    49,234 miles
    Test number
    759461562047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,641 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,641 miles
    Test number
    595259541045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail47,635 miles (+1,729)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,635 miles
    Test number
    195998641044
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  24. Pass45,906 miles (+1,450)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    45,906 miles
    Test number
    150775950487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,456 miles (+1,494)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    44,456 miles
    Test number
    863812469029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail42,962 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,962 miles
    Test number
    893082348061
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  27. Pass42,962 miles (+1,366)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    42,962 miles
    Test number
    911012148083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass41,596 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    41,596 miles
    Test number
    140286947461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail41,568 miles (+1,642)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,568 miles
    Test number
    414209837084
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  30. Pass39,926 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    39,926 miles
    Test number
    510666846079
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteO/s sill as slight damage

Questions about T159 RET

Does T159 RET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T159 RET expired on 20 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T159 RET?
The MOT on T159 RET expired on 20 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T159 RET done?
T159 RET was recorded at 83,890 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2025, an average of 2,322 miles a year.
Has T159 RET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T159 RET has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T159 RET 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 T159 RET find?
T159 RET passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front lower wishbone, inner bushes deteriorating; both rear tyres cracking slightly on sidewalls.

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