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AU09 PZJ

2009 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

89,065 mi
Last recorded89,065 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Renault Clio58,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU09 PZJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 89,065 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2025 81,793 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2025 81,793 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2024 75,629 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 75,628 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 69,982 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 62,508 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 53,988 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 53,987 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 53,742 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 53,506 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 52,911 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 51,622 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 50,172 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 48,877 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 46,129 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 45,155 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 45,155 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 32,183 miles

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

front brake discs worn

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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AU09 PZJ is a 2009 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 58,183 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 AU09 PZJ, 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 17 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 AU09 PZJ registered?

AU09 PZJ is a 2009 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 March 2009.

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The MOT history for AU09 PZJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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