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AU08 LSZ

2008 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

71,286 mi
Last recorded71,286 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Clio61,424 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 LSZ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 71,286 miles
Fail 22 May 2025 71,245 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2024 68,245 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 65,154 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 60,895 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 55,895 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 48,846 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 46,829 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2018 44,628 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Unable to fully inspect nearside and offside outer sills due to plastic covers fitted.

Unable to fully inspect underside of vehicle due to under trays fitted.

Pass 3 Jun 2017 41,767 miles

Plastic covers fitted to sills not allowing full inspection of this area

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 May 2016 39,431 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 May 2015 36,560 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 May 2014 33,603 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2013 31,249 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2012 28,114 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 25,759 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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AU08 LSZ is a 2008 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AU08 LSZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU08 LSZ registered?

AU08 LSZ is a 2008 Renault Clio, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is AU08 LSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 LSZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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