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AU12 YZC

2012 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,547 mi
Last recorded38,547 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU12 YZC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 38,547 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2025 38,062 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 May 2025 38,062 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 37,800 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 8 May 2024 37,800 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2023 37,425 miles

Tyres slightly perished/cracked

Pass 25 Apr 2022 37,090 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 36,485 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 35,684 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 31,077 miles

Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened some squeal and slight grab from rear brakes (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 12 Jun 2019 31,077 miles

Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened some squeal and slight grab from rear brakes (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 25,836 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 21,836 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

all tyre perished and some cuts to side walls and tread of nearside front tyre

Fail 22 Jun 2017 21,836 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

all tyre perished and some cuts to side walls and tread of nearside front tyre

Pass 20 Jun 2016 17,441 miles

All four tyres perished; nearside front tyre has chunks out of outer side wall

Pass 26 Jun 2015 12,620 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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AU12 YZC is a 2012 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AU12 YZC, 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 AU12 YZC registered?

AU12 YZC is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is AU12 YZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU12 YZC shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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