RENAULT CLIO PLAY SCE (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 829 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
90%
Total Tests (2024)
829
Avg Mileage
23,485 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2020 RENAULT CLIO PLAY SCE reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the RENAULT brand average of 80%.
At 4 years old, 90% of RENAULT CLIO PLAY SCEs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 829 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 23,485 miles.
How does the 2020 RENAULT CLIO PLAY SCE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 RENAULT CLIO PLAY SCE has 23,485 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2020 RENAULT CLIO PLAY SCE cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2020 RENAULT CLIO PLAY SCE
The 2020 RENAULT CLIO PLAY SCE is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 829 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 23,485 miles at 4 years old, RENAULT CLIO PLAY SCE owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2020 RENAULT CLIO PLAY SCE Fuel Costs
The modest 999cc 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 PLAY SCE?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2020 RENAULT CLIO PLAY SCE
At 4 years old, the RENAULT CLIO PLAY SCE offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.
Alternatives to the 2020 RENAULT CLIO PLAY SCE
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2018) 90% pass rate (same) from 157,746 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (+2%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2018) 85% pass rate (-5%) from 86,266 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2018) 87% pass rate (-3%) from 78,522 tests