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Common Renault Clio RS Line Tce Auto Problems, Faults, and Repair Costs

Typical MOT issues to check on the Renault Clio RS Line Tce Auto, with rough repair costs, and its MOT pass rate for each model year. Based on 2,112 MOT tests across 3 model years (DVSA data for tests carried out in 2024, retests included).

Segment: small family car | Fuel: Petrol

91%

Renault Clio RS Line Tce Auto pass rate

80%

Renault average

82%

All-model average

The Renault Clio RS Line Tce Auto has an average MOT pass rate of 91%, which is 11 points above the Renault average and 9 points above the average across all models in our data. The Renault Clio RS Line Tce Auto has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 0 percentage points.

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Common MOT Issues to Check on the Renault Clio RS Line Tce Auto

Typical issues for a car of this age and type, estimated from its age, fuel type and engine size (not counted from its MOT records), with rough repair costs

Brakes

High likelihood

£80 - £450

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Brake discs worn, brake pads thin, handbrake adjustment needed

Failure points:

Brake disc excessively worn, brake pipe corroded, brake efficiency below minimum

Lights

High likelihood

£15 - £200

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Headlamp aim slightly out, lens deteriorated

Failure points:

Headlamp not working, brake light not functioning, indicator failure

Suspension

Moderate likelihood

£150 - £600

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Suspension arm bush worn, shock absorber misting, spring corroded

Failure points:

Coil spring broken, ball joint excessive play, shock absorber leaking

Tyres

Moderate likelihood

£50 - £300

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Tyre approaching legal limit, slight damage to sidewall

Failure points:

Tyre below minimum tread depth, tyre has a cut exposing ply

Exhaust & Emissions

Moderate likelihood

£80 - £800

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Exhaust mounting corroded, slight exhaust leak

Failure points:

Exhaust emissions exceed limits, catalytic converter efficiency low, DPF warning

Steering

Moderate likelihood

£100 - £500

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Track rod end has slight play, steering rack boot deteriorated

Failure points:

Steering rack leaking, track rod ball joint worn beyond limits

Body & Structure

Lower likelihood

£200 - £1200

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Surface corrosion on subframe, slight body panel damage

Failure points:

Structural corrosion, body mounting corroded through, chassis weakness

Windscreen & Wipers

Lower likelihood

£10 - £350

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Minor windscreen chip, wiper blade deteriorated

Failure points:

Windscreen crack in swept area, wiper does not clear windscreen

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Renault Clio RS Line Tce Auto Reliability by Year

MOT pass rate for each model year, from DVSA data for tests carried out in 2024 (retests included). Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger. Highest and lowest are marked among years with 100+ tests that were at least three years old when tested. Fuel and engine size are a guide only.

2019
93%
2020
90%
Lowest
2021
96%
Highest
YearFuelEnginePass RateFail Rate
2021Petrol1.3L96%3%
2020Petrol1.3L90%9%
2019Petrol1.3L93%7%

Highest Pass Rate

2021

96% pass rate from 145 tests

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Lowest Pass Rate

2020

90% pass rate from 1,475 tests

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Renault Clio RS Line Tce Auto Running Costs

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Renault Clio RS Line Tce Auto FAQ

What are the most common Renault Clio RS Line Tce Auto problems?

Typical issues to check on a Renault Clio RS Line Tce Auto of this age and type are brakes and lights. These are estimated from its age, fuel type and engine size, not counted from its MOT records. Across 2,112 MOT tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included), 91% ended in a pass.

Is the Renault Clio RS Line Tce Auto reliable?

The Renault Clio RS Line Tce Auto has an average MOT pass rate of 91%, from 2,112 MOT tests. That is 9 points above the average across all models in our data (82%), a better than average result. Pass rates fall as cars age, so compare it with cars of a similar age.

Which year Renault Clio RS Line Tce Auto is the most reliable?

Of the years with at least 100 tests that were old enough for a routine MOT, the 2021 Renault Clio RS Line Tce Auto has the highest MOT pass rate: 96% of its 145 tests ended in a pass. The 2020 has the lowest at 90%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so the pass rate is only part of the picture.

How much does it cost to fix common Renault Clio RS Line Tce Auto faults?

As a rough guide, brake work on a Renault Clio RS Line Tce Auto typically costs £80-£450 and suspension repairs £150-£600, while exhaust and emissions fixes can cost £80-£800. Lighting and wiper fixes are usually under £200.

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