Is the 2020 RENAULT CLIO reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 91% of RENAULT CLIOs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2026, based on 179 tests. That's 9 points above the national average of 82%.

How much does a 2020 RENAULT CLIO cost to run?

Estimated annual running cost is £1,405 (£117/month), including £955 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 RENAULT CLIO?

The 2020 RENAULT CLIO has a 91% MOT pass rate based on 179 tests in 2026. This ranks 1670 out of 2596 cars from 2020.

Which year RENAULT CLIO is most reliable?

The 2020 RENAULT CLIO has the highest MOT pass rate at 91%. The least reliable year is 1997 at 65%.

RENAULT CLIO (2020)

Q: What is the average mileage for a 2020 RENAULT CLIO?

The average mileage for a 2020 RENAULT CLIO is 29,866 miles, which is below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 179 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,405

£117/month

MOT Pass Rate

91%

Excellent

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 1-8

1000cc Petrol

Great Choice

91% pass rate, £1405/year to run. 9 points above average.

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Petrol1000cc6 years old179 tests30k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1000cc)

~50 mpg

£955

Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,405

Per month£117/mo

Per week£27/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

91% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%National avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the RENAULT brand average of 80%.

At 6 years old, 91% of RENAULT CLIOs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 179 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 29,866 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 cars1670th of 2,596(top 64%)

Rank among RENAULT models139th of 636(top 22%)

vs national average+9%(82% avg)

vs 2020 cars average-1%(92% avg)

vs RENAULT average+11%(80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

29,866

Average miles

44,400

Expected for age

The average 2020 RENAULT CLIO has 29,866 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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RENAULT CLIO by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	89%	100	21,382 mi
2020	91%	179	29,866 mi
2019	85%	26,860	36,462 mi
2018	83%	36,136	42,612 mi
2017	79%	36,292	49,966 mi
2016	75%	43,205	57,120 mi
2015	74%	47,768	65,492 mi
2014	72%	53,587	73,080 mi
2013	73%	40,822	78,551 mi
2012	69%	29,268	78,354 mi
2011	69%	35,754	82,376 mi
2010	69%	47,483	87,399 mi
2009	69%	33,352	88,686 mi
2008	68%	32,831	93,332 mi
2007	68%	41,223	93,129 mi
2006	68%	31,061	93,067 mi
2005	67%	18,423	90,500 mi
2004	68%	15,179	90,784 mi
2003	68%	10,050	87,632 mi
2002	70%	6,573	86,792 mi
2001	69%	3,829	83,579 mi
2000	67%	1,978	82,306 mi
1999	65%	1,795	73,213 mi
1998	68%	852	69,470 mi
1997	65%	456	64,661 mi
1996	75%	553	74,001 mi
1995	76%	553	80,682 mi
1994	78%	432	83,137 mi
1993	75%	167	69,528 mi
1992	69%	97	87,795 mi
1991	87%	30	75,002 mi

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FORD FIESTA

2018 · 998cc Petrol

£1,400/year

90%

-1%

VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

2019 · 1498cc Petrol

£1,582/year

92%

+1%

VAUXHALL CORSA

2018 · 1398cc Petrol

£1,732/year

85%

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NISSAN QASHQAI

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-4%

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About the 2020 RENAULT CLIO

The 2020 RENAULT CLIO is a city car with a 1000cc petrol engine. 179 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 29,866 miles at 6 years old, RENAULT CLIO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2020 RENAULT CLIO Fuel Costs

The modest 1000cc 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 2020 RENAULT CLIO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,405 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

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 2020 RENAULT CLIO

At 6 years old, the RENAULT CLIO offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2020 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.

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 2020 RENAULT CLIO stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Insurance	Total/yr
RENAULT CLIO(2020)	91%	£955	£195	Grp 1-8	£1405
FORD FIESTA(2018)	90%	£955	£190	Grp 1-8	£1400-£5
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF(2019)	92%	£1137	£190	Grp 12-25	£1582+£177
VAUXHALL CORSA(2018)	85%	£1137	£190	Grp 8-20	£1732+£327
NISSAN QASHQAI(2018)	87%	£955	£190	Grp 5-15	£1550+£145

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.