Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Renault Clio Iconic E Tech Auto?

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 E Tech Auto?

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 E Tech Auto?

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 E Tech Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 242 vehicles, the 2021 Renault Clio Iconic E Tech Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93%, 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 E Tech Auto?

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 E Tech Auto (2021)

242 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93% first-time pass rate

2021 Renault Clio Iconic E Tech Auto

CarHunch analysed 242 real MOT records for the 2021 Renault Clio Iconic E Tech Auto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2021 Renault Clio Iconic E-Tech Auto is noticeably more reliable than the UK average, with a 91.8% first-time pass rate versus the 80% baseline—a genuinely strong result. The dangerous defect rate of 12.4% is well within acceptable bounds and shouldn't be a buyer concern.

At 23,366 miles median, these vehicles are showing typical mileage for a three-year-old Clio, and the low failure rate of 0.23 per vehicle indicates most issues are minor rather than structural. Before purchasing, run a full service history check to confirm regular maintenance, since the 1.2 advisories per vehicle suggest these cars respond well to preventative care.

We have limited data for the 2021 Renault Clio Iconic E Tech Auto — 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

93%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

12.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.23

Over 2.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

23k

Middle half: 16k–31k

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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. 12.4% 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 388 Renault Clio Iconic E Tech Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 22.7%

White 21.4%

Black 17.5%

Grey 13.4%

Red 10.3%

Orange 7.5%

Silver 7.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Renault Clio Iconic E Tech Auto 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.

23,366

typical

15,874

low mileage

31,180

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Renault Clio Iconic E Tech Auto vehicles fall between 15,874 and 31,180 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 15,874 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.

✓ 15,874–31,180 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Renault Clio Iconic E Tech Autos sit.

⚠ Over 42,093 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

2.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.23

Avg failures per vehicle

1.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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