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AP12 GHU

2012 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

31,801 mi
Last recorded31,801 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 GHU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 31,801 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 30,910 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 30,108 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords On sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 28,700 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 27,277 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 25,778 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 23,313 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 21,349 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 19,138 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 19,138 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 17,306 miles

cut in side wall nearside front tyre, no cords showing

Pass 15 Jun 2015 14,878 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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AP12 GHU is a 2012 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AP12 GHU, 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

How do I check the history of AP12 GHU?

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What year was AP12 GHU registered?

AP12 GHU is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 10 July 2012.

Is AP12 GHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP12 GHU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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