Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Renault Clio SE Edition 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 2022 Renault Clio SE Edition 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 2022 Renault Clio SE Edition 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 2022 Renault Clio SE Edition Tce reliable?

Based on MOT data from 721 vehicles, the 2022 Renault Clio SE Edition Tce has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.5%, 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 2022 Renault Clio SE Edition 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 SE Edition Tce (2022)

721 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.5% first-time pass rate

2022 Renault Clio SE Edition Tce

CarHunch analysed 721 real MOT records for the 2022 Renault Clio SE Edition Tce. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2022 Clio SE Edition TCE is a genuinely reliable performer, with a 91.1% first-time pass rate that beats the UK average of 80% by a clear margin. The dangerous defect rate of 4.7% is reassuringly low, suggesting buyers aren't inheriting serious structural or safety problems.

At 22,655 miles median, these cars are running well within typical usage for their age, which partly explains the strong pass rate and minimal failure average of just 0.11 per vehicle. The 0.7 advisories per car indicate minor wear is starting to show—mostly routine maintenance items—so budget for small consumables like brake pads or cabin filters when you buy, but expect few surprises otherwise.

The 2022 Renault Clio SE Edition Tce passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (94.5% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

94.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.11

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

23k

Middle half: 15k–33k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 94.5% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 721 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 721 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.7% 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 →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 737 Renault Clio SE Edition Tce vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 19.1%

141

Black 18.9%

139

Blue 16.8%

124

Grey 15.5%

114

Red 11.3%

Silver 10.7%

Orange 7.7%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Renault Clio SE Edition 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.

22,655

typical

14,659

low mileage

32,804

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Renault Clio SE Edition Tce vehicles fall between 14,659 and 32,804 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 14,659 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.

✓ 14,659–32,804 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Renault Clio SE Edition Tces sit.

⚠ Over 44,285 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

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.11

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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