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AV08 VRG

2008 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

43,623 mi
Last recorded43,623 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Clio61,424 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 VRG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 43,623 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 21 Nov 2025 43,623 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 40,823 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2024 40,823 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 38,555 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2023 38,555 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 37,055 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 35,106 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 32,962 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Nov 2020 32,950 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 9 May 2019 28,568 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2019 28,568 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2018 24,831 miles

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

Engine covers & undertrays fitted obscuring the view of some components

N/S/F tyre has slight sidewall damage

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 24 May 2018 24,831 miles

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

Engine covers & undertrays fitted obscuring the view of some components

N/S/F tyre has slight sidewall damage

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 15 May 2017 21,018 miles

Both rear tyres heavily cracked

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

Pass 17 May 2016 18,100 miles

Both rear tyres starting to perish

Fail 16 May 2016 18,100 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 20 May 2015 16,103 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 15,058 miles

all tyres cracking in treads

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged but no cords or ply visable.

Pass 17 Apr 2013 14,099 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 12,349 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 12,348 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 10,766 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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AV08 VRG is a 2008 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 AV08 VRG, 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 AV08 VRG registered?

AV08 VRG is a 2008 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is AV08 VRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 VRG shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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