2020 Renault Clio Play Tce — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,018 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Renault Clio Play Tce, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and brakes. Its pass rate of 89.8% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 18.8% in the 60-90k group versus 8.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.8% | 97 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.7% | 74 |
| 3 | Brakes | 2.7% | 54 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 35 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.9% | 19 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.7% | 15 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 107 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 38 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 33 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 31 |
| 5 | Brake discs | 18 |
| 6 | Washers | 16 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 23.8% | 480 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.1% | 223 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.7% | 95 |
| 4 | Suspension | 3.8% | 76 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.5% | 50 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.2% | 24 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,429 | 8.5% |
| 30-60k | 529 | 13.6% |
| 60-90k | 48 | 18.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 668 | 8.8% |
| 2024 | 656 | 9.9% |
| 2025 | 683 | 11.9% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Clio Play Tce
Before buying a 2020 Renault Clio Play Tce, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.8% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.8% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (3.7% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Brakes (2.7% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2020 Renault Clio Play Tces pass their MOT?
89.8% of the 2,018 2020 Renault Clio Play Tce MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Renault Clio Play Tce?
Visibility, recorded in 4.8% of tests, followed by tyres (3.7%).
Does the 2020 Clio Play Tce get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.5% in the 0-30k band to 18.8% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,018 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.