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Renault Clio

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,870 cc

Y242 LUJMOT history

Y242 LUJ is a blue diesel Renault Clio first used on 28 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 32 MOT tests, with 103,807 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2022.

Y242 LUJ blue Renault Clio – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Clio, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Mar 2023
Mileage
103,807 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2022
MOT tests
32
17 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,397 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y242 LUJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Clio
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y242 LUJ was last recorded at 103,807 miles on 14 Mar 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,807 miles · 11 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,397 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 103,807 miles
  • 2021 – 100,520 miles
  • 2020 – 98,472 miles
  • 2019 – 97,445 miles
  • 2018 – 97,254 miles
  • 2017 – 95,058 miles
  • 2016 – 91,772 miles
  • 2015 – 87,920 miles
  • 2014 – 82,211 miles
  • 2013 – 76,807 miles
  • 2012 – 74,044 miles
  • 2011 – 71,835 miles
  • 2010 – 68,505 miles
  • 2009 – 64,973 miles
  • 2008 – 59,855 miles
  • 2007 – 54,850 miles
  • 2006 – 49,525 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,807 miles
  • AdvisorySlight play both inner rack endsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,807 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    103,807 miles
    Test number
    496724541015
    • AdvisorySlight play both inner rack ends

  2. Fail103,807 miles (+3,287)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,807 miles
    Test number
    242062413624
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play both inner rack ends

  3. Pass100,520 miles (+2,048)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    100,520 miles
    Test number
    974240538576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass98,472 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    98,472 miles
    Test number
    491898756205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bush's (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bush's deteriorated

  5. Fail98,471 miles (+1,026)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,471 miles
    Test number
    769764439094
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bush's (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bush's deteriorated

  6. Pass97,445 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    97,445 miles
    Test number
    285747872693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bush,s slight deterioration

  7. Fail97,445 miles (+191)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,445 miles
    Test number
    713844018604
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bush,s slight deterioration

  8. Pass97,254 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    97,254 miles
    Test number
    633389109930
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bush's have slight deterioration

  9. Fail97,253 miles (+2,195)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,253 miles
    Test number
    125958119939
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bush's have slight deterioration

  10. Pass95,058 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    95,058 miles
    Test number
    125951425990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail95,058 miles (+3,286)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,058 miles
    Test number
    659279650137
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass91,772 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    91,772 miles
    Test number
    223069250605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail91,771 miles (+3,851)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,771 miles
    Test number
    164139865269
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass87,920 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    87,920 miles
    Test number
    917542175050
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail87,919 miles (+5,708)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,919 miles
    Test number
    176770675455
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass82,211 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    82,211 miles
    Test number
    157149974089
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail82,208 miles (+5,401)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,208 miles
    Test number
    199766474481
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass76,807 miles (+1)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    76,807 miles
    Test number
    709853273039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail76,806 miles (+2,762)3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,806 miles
    Test number
    658640073032
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass74,044 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    74,044 miles
    Test number
    298656272009
    • NoteFront brake disc in poor condition

  21. Fail74,044 miles (+2,209)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,044 miles
    Test number
    998333872000
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake disc in poor condition

  22. Pass71,835 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    71,835 miles
    Test number
    257484371047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail71,828 miles (+3,323)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,828 miles
    Test number
    368304871000
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass68,505 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    68,505 miles
    Test number
    360475070059
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Fail68,505 miles (+3,532)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,505 miles
    Test number
    733554570043
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass64,973 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    64,973 miles
    Test number
    901419379089
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  27. Fail64,972 miles (+5,117)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,972 miles
    Test number
    161119779431
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  28. Pass59,855 miles (+5,005)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    59,855 miles
    Test number
    954021178018
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass54,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    54,850 miles
    Test number
    344368177054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail54,850 miles (+5,325)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,850 miles
    Test number
    142215977499
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

  31. Pass49,525 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    49,525 miles
    Test number
    193540886026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  32. Fail49,525 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,525 miles
    Test number
    193400786033
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about Y242 LUJ

Does Y242 LUJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y242 LUJ expired on 13 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y242 LUJ?
The MOT on Y242 LUJ expired on 13 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y242 LUJ done?
Y242 LUJ was recorded at 103,807 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2022, an average of 3,397 miles a year.
Has Y242 LUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y242 LUJ has failed 15 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on Y242 LUJ 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 Y242 LUJ find?
Y242 LUJ passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2022 with 1 advisory: slight play both inner rack ends.

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