Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Renault Clio Launch Edition E Tech A?

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 Launch Edition E Tech A?

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 Launch Edition E Tech A?

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 Launch Edition E Tech A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 310 vehicles, the 2021 Renault Clio Launch Edition E Tech A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.4%, 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 Launch Edition E Tech A?

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 Launch Edition E Tech A (2021)

310 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.4% first-time pass rate

2021 Renault Clio Launch Edition E Tech A

CarHunch analysed 310 real MOT records for the 2021 Renault Clio Launch Edition E Tech A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 310 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This Clio E-Tech hybrid is a reliably built car, passing its MOT on the first attempt in 90.8% of cases—well above the UK average of 80%—and only 9.7% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuring for a used buyer. The hybrid powertrain appears robust across the sample, with no meaningful fuel-type variation to consider.

At just under 26,000 miles on average, these are lightly used examples, and the low failure rate of 0.28 per vehicle reflects that youth; advisories average 1.7 per car, typically minor wear items rather than structural concerns. If you're considering one, a pre-purchase inspection is still worthwhile, but focus on the hybrid battery condition and software updates rather than worrying about imminent mechanical failure.

The 2021 Renault Clio Launch Edition E Tech A passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (91.4% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 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

91.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

9.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.28

Over 2.4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

23k

Middle half: 17k–33k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 91.4% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 1.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 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 310 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 310 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 9.7% 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

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (100%)	309	91.4%	0.28

Colour Breakdown

Based on 341 Renault Clio Launch Edition E Tech A vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 79.5%

271

Black 12.6%

Grey 7.9%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Renault Clio Launch Edition E Tech A 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.

22,969

typical

16,514

low mileage

33,173

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Renault Clio Launch Edition E Tech A vehicles fall between 16,514 and 33,173 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 16,514 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.

✓ 16,514–33,173 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Renault Clio Launch Edition E Tech As sit.

⚠ Over 44,783 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

2.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.28

Avg failures per vehicle

1.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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