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AF59 SBY

2009 Renault Clio

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

94,162 mi
Last recorded94,162 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Renault Clio58,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 SBY
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 94,162 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2025 88,426 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2024 84,859 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2024 84,859 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 80,832 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2022 80,832 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 76,925 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2022 76,925 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction wipers stuck across screen (3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 76,898 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 71,669 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 71,638 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2016 63,738 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 55,447 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 47,483 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 47,456 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 39,192 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 30,645 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Clio?

Based on 14,729,048 MOT tests across 1,134,954 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
5,436
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,134,954
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 660,730
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 412,067
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 387,794
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 323,634
position lamp(s) not working 317,331
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AF59 SBY is a 2009 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2009 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 58,183 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Clio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 660,730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF59 SBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Clio typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 17 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF59 SBY registered?

AF59 SBY is a 2009 Renault Clio, first registered on 4 September 2009.

Is AF59 SBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF59 SBY shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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