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Renault Clio

Orange · Petrol · 1999 · 1,149 cc

T779 VFLMOT history

T779 VFL is an orange petrol Renault Clio first used on 11 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 62,088 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2024
Mileage
62,088 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,443 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T779 VFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Clio
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,149 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T779 VFL was last recorded at 62,088 miles on 23 Oct 2024, 3,164 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,924 miles · 30 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
3,164 miles
Average per year
1,443 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 62,088 miles
  • 2023 – 58,924 miles
  • 2022 – 56,941 miles
  • 2021 – 54,164 miles
  • 2020 – 53,330 miles
  • 2018 – 52,200 miles
  • 2017 – 50,391 miles
  • 2016 – 46,898 miles
  • 2015 – 45,925 miles
  • 2014 – 44,863 miles
  • 2013 – 44,378 miles
  • 2012 – 43,610 miles
  • 2011 – 42,774 miles
  • 2010 – 41,612 miles
  • 2009 – 40,501 miles
  • 2008 – 39,428 miles
  • 2007 – 37,969 miles
  • 2006 – 36,093 miles
  • 2005 – 34,334 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail62,088 miles
  • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 29 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail62,088 miles (+3,164)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,088 miles
    Test number
    599302710288
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Pass58,924 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    58,924 miles
    Test number
    426445268630
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail58,924 miles (+1,983)1 dangerous1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,924 miles
    Test number
    268729244066
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 linkage 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass56,941 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    56,941 miles
    Test number
    665530778991
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Fail56,929 miles (+2,765)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,929 miles
    Test number
    716127584720
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  6. Pass54,164 miles (+834)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    54,164 miles
    Test number
    446803520864
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass53,330 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    53,330 miles
    Test number
    567556401957
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail53,330 miles (+1,130)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,330 miles
    Test number
    365520528354
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass52,200 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    52,200 miles
    Test number
    272175939775
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail52,200 miles (+1,809)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,200 miles
    Test number
    242542392700
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen Both headlights deteriorated (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass50,391 miles (+3,493)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    50,391 miles
    Test number
    796990265207
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass46,898 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    46,898 miles
    Test number
    403570652424
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOuter skin of rear silencer corroded

  13. Fail46,897 miles (+972)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,897 miles
    Test number
    316427196348
    • FailureNearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle lower reading (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded end of sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOuter skin of rear silencer corroded

  14. Pass45,925 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    45,925 miles
    Test number
    778374705244
    • NoteRear silencer outer skin corroded

  15. Fail45,923 miles (+1,060)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,923 miles
    Test number
    337344105226
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePoor images from both front h/lamps
    • NoteRear silencer outer skin corroded

  16. Pass44,863 miles (+485)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    44,863 miles
    Test number
    688499704221
    • NoteO/s & n/s h/lamps poor images
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  17. Pass44,378 miles (+768)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    44,378 miles
    Test number
    109555103292
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/front inner face of disc corroded
    • NoteOuter skin of rear silencer corroded
    • NoteSome surface cracks in front tyre treads

  18. Fail43,610 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,610 miles
    Test number
    369692302277
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  19. Pass43,610 miles (+836)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    43,610 miles
    Test number
    457402802231
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  20. Pass42,774 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    42,774 miles
    Test number
    696230411233
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Fail42,772 miles (+1,160)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,772 miles
    Test number
    948920211217
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear registration plate non-reflective border wider than permitted (6.3.4h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass41,612 miles (+1,111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    41,612 miles
    Test number
    180553800275
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass40,501 miles (+1,073)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    40,501 miles
    Test number
    360874309482
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s & n/s front h/lamps lens dull

  24. Pass39,428 miles (+1,459)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    39,428 miles
    Test number
    481696908258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,969 miles (+1,876)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    37,969 miles
    Test number
    853694807217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    36,093 miles
    Test number
    424531226290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail36,092 miles (+1,758)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,092 miles
    Test number
    544471226269
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  28. Pass34,334 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    34,334 miles
    Test number
    452390515284
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T779 VFL

Does T779 VFL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T779 VFL expired on 30 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T779 VFL?
The MOT on T779 VFL expired on 30 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T779 VFL done?
T779 VFL was recorded at 62,088 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2024, an average of 1,443 miles a year.
Has T779 VFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T779 VFL has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T779 VFL 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 T779 VFL find?
T779 VFL failed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2024 with 6 major defects and 1 minor defect: central exhaust system insecure; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 4 more.

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