Renault 50 series s46 vs Renault Clio: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Renault 50 series s46
67%
MOT pass rate · 2 vehicles
Renault Clio
67%
MOT pass rate · 1,134,431 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Renault 50 series s46 (67%) and Renault Clio (67%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Head to head
| Measure | Renault 50 series s46 | Renault Clio |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 67% | 67% |
| MOT failure rate | 33% | 33% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 3.3 | 2.1 ✓ |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% ✓ | 1% |
| Average mileage | 46,937 mi | 93,744 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 2 | 1,134,431 |
Most common faults
Renault 50 series s46
- Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
- Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
- Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Renault Clio
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Oil leak
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate the Renault 50 series s46 (67%) and Renault Clio (67%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Renault 50 series s46 report Full Renault Clio report Most reliable cars
Pass rates are computed over completed (pass/fail) MOT tests. Reliability also depends on age, mileage and upkeep — see each model's page for the full picture.