RENAULT CLIO PLAY TCE (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 951 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
90%
Total Tests (2024)
951
Avg Mileage
24,558 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2020 RENAULT CLIO PLAY TCE 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 TCEs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 951 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 24,558 miles.
How does the 2020 RENAULT CLIO PLAY TCE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 RENAULT CLIO PLAY TCE has 24,558 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2020 RENAULT CLIO PLAY TCE 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.
RENAULT CLIO PLAY TCE by Year
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About the 2020 RENAULT CLIO PLAY TCE
The 2020 RENAULT CLIO PLAY TCE is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 951 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 24,558 miles at 4 years old, RENAULT CLIO PLAY TCE owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2020 RENAULT CLIO PLAY TCE 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 TCE?
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.
RENAULT CLIO PLAY TCE Reliability Trend
The RENAULT CLIO PLAY TCE has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 0 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2020 RENAULT CLIO PLAY TCE
At 4 years old, the RENAULT CLIO PLAY TCE 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 TCE
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