Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Renault Clio RS Line 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 2021 Renault Clio RS Line 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 2021 Renault Clio RS Line 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 2021 Renault Clio RS Line Tce reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,204 vehicles, the 2021 Renault Clio RS Line Tce has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.1%, 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 RS Line 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 RS Line Tce (2021)

1,204 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.1% first-time pass rate

2021 Renault Clio RS Line Tce

CarHunch analysed 1,204 real MOT records for the 2021 Renault Clio RS Line 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 2021 Renault Clio RS Line TCe is noticeably more reliable than the UK average, with a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.6% versus the national 80%, suggesting owners can expect fewer unexpected test failures. The dangerous defect rate sits at 9.6%, which is comfortably below the threshold where serious concern kicks in, so structural and safety issues aren't a dominant pattern here.

At a median of 22,139 miles for a three-year-old car, these vehicles are running well within typical mileage for their age, and the low failure rate of 0.25 per vehicle backs up the impression of a trouble-free early life. The average of 1.9 advisories per test suggests minor wear items do crop up, but when you're shopping, a pre-purchase inspection focusing on brake wear and suspension components will give you solid peace of mind.

The 2021 Renault Clio RS Line Tce passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (92.1% 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

92.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

9.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.25

Over 2.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

22k

Middle half: 15k–30k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 92.1% 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 1.9 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 1,204 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 1,204 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 9.6% 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (97%)	1,171	91.9%	0.25

Colour Breakdown

Based on 6,675 Renault Clio RS Line Tce vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 21.4%

1,427

Black 20.2%

1,350

Grey 18.4%

1,230

White 12.9%

863

Orange 12.7%

846

Red 11.3%

754

Silver 3.1%

205

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Renault Clio RS Line 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.

22,139

typical

15,324

low mileage

30,200

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Renault Clio RS Line Tce vehicles fall between 15,324 and 30,200 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 15,324 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.

✓ 15,324–30,200 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Renault Clio RS Line Tces sit.

⚠ Over 40,770 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

2.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.25

Avg failures per vehicle

1.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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