Renault Clio Expression (2006)
2006 Renault Clio Expression
CarHunch analysed 362 real MOT records for the 2006 Renault Clio Expression. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2006 Clio Expression passes its MOT first time in only 64.1% of cases—significantly below the UK average of 80%—which suggests these cars are prone to recurring issues once they start failing. The good news is that dangerous defects are rare (0%), so while you'll likely face repair bills, catastrophic safety problems aren't a concern with this generation.
At a median 91,217 miles for a 17-year-old car, these Clios are running fairly typically for their age, but the average of nearly one failure per MOT visit indicates wear is catching up with them. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the likely culprits (suspension, exhaust, brakes), and budget for annual repair costs rather than expecting it to sail through testing.
What to check before buying a 2006 Renault Clio Expression
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other (80%) | 289 | 80.3% | 1.24 |
| Petrol (20%) | 73 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2006 Renault Clio Expression vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2006 Renault Clio Expression vehicles fall between 75,889 and 111,910 miles.
2006 Renault Clio Expression — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 82 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (30% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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