Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Renault Clio Iconic Blue DCI?

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 2021 Renault Clio Iconic Blue DCI?

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 2021 Renault Clio Iconic Blue DCI?

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 2021 Renault Clio Iconic Blue DCI reliable?

Based on MOT data from 242 vehicles, the 2021 Renault Clio Iconic Blue DCI has a first-time MOT pass rate of 87.4%, 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 2021 Renault Clio Iconic Blue DCI?

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 Iconic Blue DCI (2021)

242 real MOT outcomes analysed • 87.4% first-time pass rate

2021 Renault Clio Iconic Blue DCI

CarHunch analysed 242 real MOT records for the 2021 Renault Clio Iconic Blue DCI. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Renault Clio Iconic Blue dCi is a solid performer, with an 86.4% first-time pass rate that sits comfortably above the UK average of 80%. Dangerous defects are reasonably rare—only 14.9% of vehicles ever recorded one—so this isn't a safety red flag for buyers.

At just over 45,000 miles on average, these cars are still relatively fresh and low-mileage for their age. The 0.45 average failures and 2.1 advisories per test suggest minor wear items crop up occasionally rather than serious structural problems—typical stuff like bulbs and brake pad thickness. Before committing to one, request the full MOT history to check whether any failures cluster around specific components like the emissions system, which can be pricey on diesels.

We have limited data for the 2021 Renault Clio Iconic Blue DCI — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

87.4%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

14.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.45

Over 2.7 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

42k

Middle half: 32k–53k

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These stats describe 242 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 242 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 14.9% 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 →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 739 Renault Clio Iconic Blue DCI vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 32.7%

242

White 30.7%

227

Red 14.3%

106

Blue 13.3%

Orange 5%

Grey 3.2%

Silver 0.7%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Renault Clio Iconic Blue DCI 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.

42,385

typical

32,276

low mileage

52,770

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Renault Clio Iconic Blue DCI vehicles fall between 32,276 and 52,770 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 32,276 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.

✓ 32,276–52,770 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Renault Clio Iconic Blue DCIs sit.

⚠ Over 71,239 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2021 Renault Clio Iconic Blue DCI — Still on the Road

Almost all 2021 Renault Clio Iconic Blue DCIs are still on the road.

Strong survival — 233 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2023–2025.

MOT History Averages

2.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.45

Avg failures per vehicle

2.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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2020

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