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Renault Clio

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,149 cc

Y289 XSSMOT history

Y289 XSS is a silver petrol Renault Clio first used on 14 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 109,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

Y289 XSS silver Renault Clio – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Clio, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
109,376 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,138 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y289 XSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Clio
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,149 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y289 XSS was last recorded at 109,376 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 5,346 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,030 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,346 miles
Average per year
4,138 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,376 miles
  • 2025 – 104,030 miles
  • 2024 – 97,777 miles
  • 2023 – 92,991 miles
  • 2022 – 87,292 miles
  • 2021 – 80,123 miles
  • 2019 – 75,583 miles
  • 2018 – 69,658 miles
  • 2017 – 62,672 miles
  • 2016 – 55,346 miles
  • 2015 – 49,368 miles
  • 2014 – 48,485 miles
  • 2013 – 47,900 miles
  • 2012 – 47,030 miles
  • 2011 – 45,816 miles
  • 2010 – 43,872 miles
  • 2009 – 40,853 miles
  • 2008 – 38,745 miles
  • 2007 – 34,513 miles
  • 2006 – 29,358 miles
  • 2005 – 24,910 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,376 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamps cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront both indicators slightly white
  • AdvisoryGear box lower mount rubber perished and slight play

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.

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front chassis leg corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

34 tests since 11 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,376 miles (+5,346)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    109,376 miles
    Test number
    871360088537
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamps cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both indicators slightly white
    • AdvisoryGear box lower mount rubber perished and slight play
  2. Pass104,030 miles (+212)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    104,030 miles
    Test number
    724238352633
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis leg corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHead lamps cloudy
    • AdvisoryOil leak at rear engine area
  3. Fail103,818 miles (+6,041)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,818 miles
    Test number
    428570392727
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis leg corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHead lamps cloudy
    • AdvisoryOil leak at rear engine area
  4. Pass97,777 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    97,777 miles
    Test number
    544061916226
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (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))
    • AdvisoryDamp at oil filter housing
    • AdvisoryHeadlights cloudy
    • AdvisorySlight play at steering arms
    • AdvisorySump corroded and damp
  5. Fail97,777 miles (+4,786)3 dangerous3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,777 miles
    Test number
    367846538145
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged 175/65/14 h (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (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))
    • AdvisoryDamp at oil filter housing
    • AdvisoryHeadlights cloudy
    • AdvisorySlight play at steering arms
    • AdvisorySump corroded and damp
  6. Pass92,991 miles (+23)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    92,991 miles
    Test number
    894297449600
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal soft on application
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inside door handle insecure
    • AdvisorySump corroded
  7. Fail92,968 miles (+5,676)9 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,968 miles
    Test number
    181867760208
    • MajorExhaust system insecure back box hanger (car side) missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 41% and brake soft (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp brake indicator and fog (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated damp at ribs (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps cloudy
    • AdvisoryDrivers inner door pull insecure
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatsheild insecure
    • AdvisorySlight play at both steering rack arms
    • AdvisorySump pourse and damp with oil
  8. Pass87,292 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    87,292 miles
    Test number
    771326427779
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Anti Roll Bar Link Bushes Perished
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Chassis Brake Pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySump Corroded
  9. Fail87,292 miles (+7,169)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,292 miles
    Test number
    254338009787
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Anti Roll Bar Link Bushes Perished
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Chassis Brake Pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySump Corroded
  10. Pass80,123 miles (+108)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    80,123 miles
    Test number
    464011344034
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes, corroded in holding clips (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake grabbing slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  11. Fail80,015 miles (+4,432)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,015 miles
    Test number
    989057407243
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes, corroded in holding clips (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake grabbing slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  12. Pass75,583 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    75,583 miles
    Test number
    960554230646
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box rubber split/perished
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop light inop
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre starting to wear inner edge
  13. Fail75,583 miles (+5,925)4 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,583 miles
    Test number
    547218167102
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both reducing light output (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box rubber split/perished
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop light inop
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre starting to wear inner edge
  14. Pass69,658 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    69,658 miles
    Test number
    578488590673
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Fail69,653 miles (+6,981)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,653 miles
    Test number
    364475071016
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  16. Pass62,672 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    62,672 miles
    Test number
    523235902289
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside
  17. Fail62,649 miles (+7,303)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,649 miles
    Test number
    784566918211
    • FailureElectrical wiring insecure lambda wiring under car (1.9.2a)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front 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)
    • FailureRear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside
  18. Pass55,346 miles (+5,978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    55,346 miles
    Test number
    644803773075
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Pass49,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    49,368 miles
    Test number
    575326105297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,368 miles (+883)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,368 miles
    Test number
    359804705410
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  21. Pass48,485 miles (+585)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    48,485 miles
    Test number
    447505044252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    47,900 miles
    Test number
    685277513208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail47,900 miles (+870)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,900 miles
    Test number
    297087913244
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
  24. Pass47,030 miles (+1,214)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    47,030 miles
    Test number
    335538422294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,816 miles (+1,944)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    45,816 miles
    Test number
    337957111401
    • NoteO/s rear tyre bead cracking
  26. Pass43,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    43,872 miles
    Test number
    174034420274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail43,872 miles (+3,019)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,872 miles
    Test number
    694644520235
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  28. Pass40,853 miles (+2,108)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    40,853 miles
    Test number
    473449129281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass38,745 miles (+4,232)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    38,745 miles
    Test number
    184271428223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass34,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    34,513 miles
    Test number
    632722827245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail34,513 miles (+5,155)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,513 miles
    Test number
    633610627211
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
  32. Pass29,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    29,358 miles
    Test number
    190021326253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail29,358 miles (+4,448)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,358 miles
    Test number
    373830726409
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  34. Pass24,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    24,910 miles
    Test number
    562103025255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y289 XSS

Does Y289 XSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y289 XSS is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y289 XSS?
The MOT on Y289 XSS is valid until 31 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y289 XSS done?
Y289 XSS was recorded at 109,376 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 4,138 miles a year.
Has Y289 XSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y289 XSS has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y289 XSS 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 Y289 XSS find?
Y289 XSS passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamps cloudy; front both indicators slightly white; gear box lower mount rubber perished and slight play.

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