Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Renault Clio Evolution Tce?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2022 Renault Clio Evolution Tce?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2022 Renault Clio Evolution Tce?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2022 Renault Clio Evolution Tce reliable?

Based on MOT data from 818 vehicles, the 2022 Renault Clio Evolution Tce has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Renault Clio Evolution Tce?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Renault Clio Evolution Tce (2022)

818 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.4% first-time pass rate

2022 Renault Clio Evolution Tce

CarHunch analysed 818 real MOT records for the 2022 Renault Clio Evolution Tce. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 Renault Clio Evolution TCe passes first time 87.4% of the time, well above the UK average of 80%, suggesting these cars are genuinely reliable in their early years. Dangerous defects have only appeared in 6.5% of vehicles tested, which is reassuringly low and not a buyer concern.

At under 21,000 miles on average, these Clios are still relatively young and light on use, so their strong pass rate reflects normal early-life performance rather than exceptional durability. The minimal failure rate (0.14 per vehicle) paired with modest advisories (0.6 per vehicle) means you're unlikely to face costly surprises at test time—but do check the service history carefully when buying, as newer Renaults can develop electrical niggles if maintenance has been skipped.

The 2022 Renault Clio Evolution Tce passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (92.4% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

92.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

6.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.14

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

19k

Middle half: 13k–27k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 92.4% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 818 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 818 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 6.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 8,921 Renault Clio Evolution Tce vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 29%

2,586

White 19.8%

1,768

Black 17.4%

1,556

Blue 15.7%

1,398

Red 8.6%

763

Orange 6.1%

548

Silver 3.4%

302

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Renault Clio Evolution Tce vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

19,172

typical

13,111

low mileage

27,044

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Renault Clio Evolution Tce vehicles fall between 13,111 and 27,044 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 13,111 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 13,111–27,044 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Renault Clio Evolution Tces sit.

⚠ Over 36,509 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.14

Avg failures per vehicle

0.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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