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Renault Clio I-music Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Renault Clio I-music reliable? We analysed 2,135 real MOT tests across 312 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,135 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
80.3%
Typical Mileage
61,666mi
Annual Mileage
5,126mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Renault Clio I-music is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Clio I-music.

Specifications

Renault Clio I-music — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

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

1149cc
Engine
75bhp
Power
13.4sec
0–62 mph
47.9mpg
Combined
135g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

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

Body & Dimensions

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

Fuel Economy

Combined
47.9 mpg
Urban
37.2 mpg
Extra-urban
57.6 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1832

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
135 g/km Band E
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Insurance group
9 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Renault Clio I-music record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Renault Clio I-music Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Renault Clio I-music. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Renault Clio I-music Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
3,064 mi/yr
Typical
5,126 mi/yr
Average
5,844 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,699 mi/yr

Renault Clio I-music Mileage Distribution

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

Median
61,666 mi
75th Percentile
82,280 mi
95th Percentile
119,807 mi
Max Recorded
201,890 mi

How Does the Renault Clio I-music Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Renault Clio I-music THIS CAR 80.3% 2,135 61,666 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
Suzuki RG500 89.8% 2,459 18,244 mi 41 yrs

Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault Clio I-music outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Renault Clio I-music?

The Renault Clio I-music has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.3% across 2,135 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Renault Clio I-music owner drives around 5,126 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 I-music — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Renault Clio I-music reliable?
Based on 2,135 MOT tests, the Renault Clio I-music has a 80.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Renault Clio I-music?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Renault Clio I-music do per year?
The typical Renault Clio I-music does around 5,126 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Renault Clio I-music last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Renault Clio I-music?
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.