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AO12 EFT

2012 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,564 mi
Last recorded43,564 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 EFT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 43,564 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 41,358 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2025 41,358 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2024 38,309 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2024 38,309 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 33,851 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 28,803 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 19,611 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 19,611 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn SWIVEL (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 19,357 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2018 18,446 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 16,334 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 14,006 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 11,904 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 10,885 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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AO12 EFT is a 2012 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 53,385 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 AO12 EFT, 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 14 years old, this Renault Clio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO12 EFT registered?

AO12 EFT is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is AO12 EFT safe to buy?

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