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Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V reliable? We analysed 1,865 real MOT tests across 297 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,865 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.0%
Typical Mileage
52,812mi
Annual Mileage
5,573mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V.

Specifications

Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1149cc
Engine
75bhp
Power
15.4sec
0–62 mph
52.3mpg
Combined
127g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1149cc
Power
75 BHP
0–62 mph
15.4 sec
Fuel type
Petrol

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Black
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
52.3 mpg
Urban
40.4 mpg
Extra-urban
62.7 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1687

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
127 g/km Band D
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£125
Road tax (6 mo.)
£68.75
Insurance group
8 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,432 mi/yr
Typical
5,573 mi/yr
Average
6,370 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,287 mi/yr

Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
52,812 mi
75th Percentile
71,736 mi
95th Percentile
102,892 mi
Max Recorded
450,033 mi

How Does the Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V THIS CAR 84.0% 1,865 52,812 mi — yrs
Renault Clio 67.1% 14,729,048 62,807 mi 33 yrs
Renault Megane 67.3% 7,306,346 70,453 mi 30 yrs
Renault Laguna 64.6% 2,783,232 89,257 mi 32 yrs
Harley Davidson Flhxs Street Glide Sp 1745 17 94.8% 973 15,244 mi 10 yrs

Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V?

The Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.0% across 1,865 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V owner drives around 5,573 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V reliable?
Based on 1,865 MOT tests, the Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V has a 84.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V do per year?
The typical Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V does around 5,573 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Renault Clio Expression Plus 16V?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.