Renault Clio (2018)
2018 Renault Clio
CarHunch analysed 19,775 real MOT records for the 2018 Renault Clio. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2018 Renault Clio passes its MOT at 83.5%, slightly above the UK average of 80%, but nearly 28% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above the typical threshold. Petrol versions are notably more reliable than diesels, posting an 84.1% pass rate versus 81.0%, so fuel choice matters here.
At 30,572 miles median, these cars are running relatively low mileage for their age, which explains the reasonable pass rate. The average Clio picks up 6.4 advisories per test and 1.16 failures, suggesting routine wear items and minor issues are common; if you're buying one, factor in modest servicing costs and get a full pre-purchase inspection to catch any emerging problems early.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 3.1 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2018 Renault Clio
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 27.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (80%) | 15,798 | 84.1% | 1.12 |
| Diesel (20%) | 3,976 | 81% | 1.32 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2018 Renault Clio vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2018 Renault Clio vehicles fall between 22,482 and 39,834 miles.
2018 Renault Clio — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 18,942 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 2021–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2018 Renault Clio
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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43.5%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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42.9%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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35.2%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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34.1%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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31.5%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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25.8%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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22.8%
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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15.8%
Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018. Counts include advisories and failures.
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