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AF57 GCU

2007 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

50,415 mi
Last recorded50,415 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Renault Clio61,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF57 GCU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 50,415 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2025 50,415 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 46,342 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 39,713 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 33,809 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 23,784 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 5 Oct 2021 23,754 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 17,283 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2020 17,274 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 16,600 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 16,484 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 16,484 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 16,290 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 19,636 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 14,954 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 13,172 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 11,378 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 9,378 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 7,543 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 5,914 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Clio?

Based on 14,729,048 MOT tests across 1,134,954 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
5,436
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,134,954
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 660,730
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 412,067
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 387,794
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 323,634
position lamp(s) not working 317,331
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AF57 GCU is a 2007 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2007 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 61,390 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Clio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 660,730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF57 GCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Clio typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 19 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF57 GCU?

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What year was AF57 GCU registered?

AF57 GCU is a 2007 Renault Clio, first registered on 12 September 2007.

Is AF57 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF57 GCU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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