Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2020 Renault Clio S Edition 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 2020 Renault Clio S Edition 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 2020 Renault Clio S Edition 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 2020 Renault Clio S Edition E Tech Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 141 vehicles, the 2020 Renault Clio S Edition E Tech Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 87.8%, 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 2020 Renault Clio S Edition 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 S Edition E Tech Auto (2020)

141 real MOT outcomes analysed • 87.8% first-time pass rate

2020 Renault Clio S Edition E Tech Auto

CarHunch analysed 141 real MOT records for the 2020 Renault Clio S Edition 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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The 2020 Renault Clio S Edition E-Tech Auto passes its MOT first time in 86.6% of cases, which is a solid 6.6 percentage points above the UK average of 80%. However, 18.4% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is worth noting as a potential concern for buyers considering used examples.

At just under 23,000 miles median mileage for a four-year-old car, these Clios have been driven fairly lightly, yet they're averaging 0.5 failures and 2.8 advisories per test—suggesting minor wear and electrical niggles are creeping in already. Before committing to purchase, have a pre-buy inspection focus on the electrical systems and suspension components, as these electric models tend to flag advisory issues early.

We have limited data for the 2020 Renault Clio S Edition 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

87.8%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

18.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.5

Over 3.4 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

23k

Middle half: 14k–32k

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These stats describe 141 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 141 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 18.4% 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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Mileage Distribution

Most 2020 Renault Clio S Edition 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.

22,907

typical

14,272

low mileage

31,618

high mileage

Half of all 2020 Renault Clio S Edition E Tech Auto vehicles fall between 14,272 and 31,618 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 14,272 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.

✓ 14,272–31,618 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2020 Renault Clio S Edition E Tech Autos sit.

⚠ Over 42,684 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2020 Renault Clio S Edition E Tech Auto — Still on the Road

Almost all 2020 Renault Clio S Edition E Tech Autos are still on the road.

Strong survival — 135 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 99% 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

3.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.5

Avg failures per vehicle

2.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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