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AP12 FYL

2012 Renault Clio

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2024
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

159,069 mi
Last recorded159,069 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 FYL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Jan 2024 159,069 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 142,790 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 128,012 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 112,189 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 106,465 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 106,463 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 105,970 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2017 102,794 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 102,794 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working bad connection (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working bad connection (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 91,348 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 91,348 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 73,218 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 73,218 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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AP12 FYL is a 2012 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AP12 FYL, 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 AP12 FYL registered?

AP12 FYL is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 July 2012.

Is AP12 FYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP12 FYL shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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