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RENAULT CLIO (2014)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 53,587 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,530

£128/month

MOT Pass Rate

72%

Average

Road Tax

£20

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 1-8

899cc Petrol

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72% pass rate, £1530/year to run. 10 points below average.

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Petrol899cc12 years old53,587 tests73k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 899cc)

~50 mpg

£955
Road Tax

Based on 899cc

£20
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Higher estimate due to low pass rate

£500
Total per year£1,530
Per month£128/mo
Per week£29/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

72% MOT pass rate(Average)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 10 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the RENAULT brand average of 80%.

At 12 years old, 72% of RENAULT CLIOs from 2014 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 53,587 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 73,080 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2014 cars535th of 562(top 95%)
Rank among RENAULT models419th of 636(top 66%)
vs national average-10%(82% avg)
vs 2014 cars average-9%(81% avg)
vs RENAULT average-8%(80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

73,080

Average miles

vs

88,800

Expected for age

The average 2014 RENAULT CLIO has 73,080 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 88,800 miles for a 12-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 91% MOT pass rate, while the 1997 model has the lowest at 65%. The 2014 sits between the two at 72%.

RENAULT CLIO by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202189%10021,382 mi
202091%17929,866 mi
201985%26,86036,462 mi
201883%36,13642,612 mi
201779%36,29249,966 mi
201675%43,20557,120 mi
201574%47,76865,492 mi
201472%53,58773,080 mi
201373%40,82278,551 mi
201269%29,26878,354 mi
201169%35,75482,376 mi
201069%47,48387,399 mi
200969%33,35288,686 mi
200868%32,83193,332 mi
200768%41,22393,129 mi
200668%31,06193,067 mi
200567%18,42390,500 mi
200468%15,17990,784 mi
200368%10,05087,632 mi
200270%6,57386,792 mi
200169%3,82983,579 mi
200067%1,97882,306 mi
199965%1,79573,213 mi
199868%85269,470 mi
199765%45664,661 mi
199675%55374,001 mi
199576%55380,682 mi
199478%43283,137 mi
199375%16769,528 mi
199269%9787,795 mi
199187%3075,002 mi

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About the 2014 RENAULT CLIO

The 2014 RENAULT CLIO is a city car with a 899cc petrol engine. 53,587 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 95% of 2014 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 73,080 miles at 12 years old, RENAULT CLIO owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2014 RENAULT CLIO Fuel Costs

The modest 899cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2014 RENAULT CLIO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,530 128/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £20 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 72% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

RENAULT CLIO Reliability Trend

Newer RENAULT CLIOs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 6 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2014 RENAULT CLIO

At 12 years old, the RENAULT CLIO is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 91%. With 53,587 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2014 RENAULT CLIO's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2014 RENAULT CLIO stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
RENAULT CLIO(2014)72%£955£20Grp 1-8£1530
FORD FIESTA(2015)81%£955£30Grp 1-8£1390-£140
VAUXHALL CORSA(2015)78%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722+£192
NISSAN QASHQAI(2016)83%£955£30Grp 5-15£1390-£140
VOLKSWAGEN POLO(2015)82%£955£30Grp 5-15£1390-£140

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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