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Renault Clio

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,149 cc

T489 TDLMOT history

T489 TDL is a white petrol Renault Clio first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 115,289 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
115,289 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,332 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T489 TDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Clio
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,149 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T489 TDL was last recorded at 115,289 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 916 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,373 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
916 miles
Average per year
4,332 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,289 miles
  • 2025 – 114,373 miles
  • 2024 – 112,932 miles
  • 2023 – 111,077 miles
  • 2022 – 108,531 miles
  • 2021 – 106,806 miles
  • 2020 – 103,347 miles
  • 2019 – 98,096 miles
  • 2018 – 93,643 miles
  • 2017 – 89,288 miles
  • 2016 – 85,921 miles
  • 2015 – 80,196 miles
  • 2014 – 70,887 miles
  • 2013 – 55,760 miles
  • 2012 – 43,579 miles
  • 2011 – 43,010 miles
  • 2010 – 36,515 miles
  • 2009 – 35,148 miles
  • 2008 – 33,390 miles
  • 2007 – 30,668 miles
  • 2006 – 27,440 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail115,289 miles
  • MajorCentral Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Rear exhaust section deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Both front antiroll bar link bushes perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both rear tyres perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Play in both rear axle bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail115,289 miles (+916)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,289 miles
    Test number
    608036324796
    • MajorCentral Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass114,373 miles (+1,441)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    114,373 miles
    Test number
    200396307725
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass112,932 miles (+1,855)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    112,932 miles
    Test number
    961574492346
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass111,077 miles (+2,546)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    111,077 miles
    Test number
    729171477207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass108,531 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    108,531 miles
    Test number
    885220826890
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail108,530 miles (+1,724)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,530 miles
    Test number
    145540109182
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass106,806 miles (+3,459)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    106,806 miles
    Test number
    123696471733
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass103,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    103,347 miles
    Test number
    950572704304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail103,347 miles (+5,251)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,347 miles
    Test number
    482941031732
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass98,096 miles (+4,453)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,096 miles
    Test number
    819185590398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,643 miles (+125)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    93,643 miles
    Test number
    767249763090
    • AdvisoryBoth front antiroll bar link bushes perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryPlay in both rear axle bushes
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust has minor leak

  12. Fail93,518 miles (+4,230)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,518 miles
    Test number
    445317573591
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front antiroll bar link bushes perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryPlay in both rear axle bushes
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust has minor leak

  13. Pass89,288 miles (+3,367)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    89,288 miles
    Test number
    892891647088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,921 miles (+5,725)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    85,921 miles
    Test number
    477540809044
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  15. Pass80,196 miles (+9,309)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    80,196 miles
    Test number
    925916945174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail70,887 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,887 miles
    Test number
    558727054177
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  17. Pass70,887 miles (+15,127)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    70,887 miles
    Test number
    817797054118
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  18. Pass55,760 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    55,760 miles
    Test number
    118802363147
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteCenter exhaurt is corroding
    • NoteOffside rear seat belt sticky in operation

  19. FailMileage not read3 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    138391963175
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteCenter exhaurt is corroding
    • NoteOffside rear seat belt sticky in operation

  20. Pass43,579 miles (+569)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    43,579 miles
    Test number
    288697962186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    43,010 miles
    Test number
    316209581142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,010 miles (+6,495)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,010 miles
    Test number
    559749381131
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

  23. Pass36,515 miles (+1,367)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    36,515 miles
    Test number
    830971180166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,148 miles (+1,758)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    35,148 miles
    Test number
    230946979450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    33,390 miles
    Test number
    964512298101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail33,390 miles (+2,722)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,390 miles
    Test number
    741362798104
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

  27. Pass30,668 miles (+3,228)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    30,668 miles
    Test number
    162633197170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  28. Pass27,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    27,440 miles
    Test number
    430285186120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T489 TDL

Does T489 TDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T489 TDL is valid until 27 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T489 TDL?
The MOT on T489 TDL is valid until 27 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T489 TDL done?
T489 TDL was recorded at 115,289 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 4,332 miles a year.
Has T489 TDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T489 TDL has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T489 TDL 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 T489 TDL find?
T489 TDL failed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 3 major defects and 2 advisories: central seat belt buckle not functioning as intended; offside suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill; supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault, and 2 more.

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