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AU12 YZZ

2012 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

21,171 mi
Last recorded21,171 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU12 YZZ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 21,171 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 16,360 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2023 8,400 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 8,386 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 8,382 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2021 8,382 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 8,365 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 8,090 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 7,409 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 6,555 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 5,682 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 4,778 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 YZZ is a 2012 Renault Clio in Blue 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 AU12 YZZ, 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 YZZ registered?

AU12 YZZ is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is AU12 YZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU12 YZZ 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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