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AU58 VVS

2008 Renault Clio

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

99,956 mi
Last recorded99,956 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Clio61,424 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 VVS
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 99,956 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 95,164 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 90,770 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2024 90,769 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 86,987 miles

Offside Front drop link has small split

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 83,091 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slightly damaged (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2022 83,091 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slightly damaged (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 78,914 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 75,882 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2020 75,878 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2019 71,828 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 66,605 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 66,605 miles

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 61,486 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 61,486 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 56,663 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 30,904 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 30,904 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 45,294 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 39,144 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 39,144 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 32,730 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 32,721 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Fail 17 Aug 2011 26,777 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 26,777 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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AU58 VVS is a 2008 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU58 VVS, 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.

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What year was AU58 VVS registered?

AU58 VVS is a 2008 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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