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AM08 KJE

2008 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,571 mi
Last recorded84,571 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Clio61,424 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 KJE
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 84,571 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165.65/r15 Tread close. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Aug 2025 84,551 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165.65/r15 Tread close. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2024 76,031 miles

Nearside Front Door damaged at time of test.

Fail 4 May 2024 76,029 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Also ball joint knocking. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Door damaged at time of test.

Pass 29 Apr 2023 65,090 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 65,089 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165/65 R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Apr 2022 51,141 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2022 51,141 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired upside down (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 42,630 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 42,387 miles

all tyre treads starting to crack

Pass 25 Apr 2019 41,570 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 40,792 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 40,792 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 39,836 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear wiper split slightly

Pass 14 Apr 2016 38,879 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 37,810 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 36,528 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 35,206 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 34,001 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 32,618 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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AM08 KJE is a 2008 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 61,424 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 AM08 KJE, 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 18 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AM08 KJE registered?

AM08 KJE is a 2008 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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