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BF08 NZC

2008 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

166,001 mi
Last recorded166,001 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Clio61,424 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 NZC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2025 166,001 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2025 165,946 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 160,530 miles

Rear exhaust hanger rubber mount broken exhaust not insecure

Fail 10 Jan 2024 160,530 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear exhaust hanger rubber mount broken exhaust not insecure

Pass 5 Jan 2023 156,306 miles

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

Offside Rear age cracks inner and outer side wall

Fail 5 Jan 2023 156,306 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear age cracks inner and outer side wall

Pass 19 Jan 2022 152,739 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2022 152,739 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 149,142 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear heat shield loose

Fail 4 Jan 2021 149,142 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect 477 (4.1.2 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear heat shield loose

Fail 14 Dec 2020 149,115 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 141,731 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 129,113 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2017 116,487 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2016 105,836 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2015 96,673 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 96,165 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 96,165 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 82,143 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 67,383 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Mar 2011 50,277 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 50,277 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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BF08 NZC is a 2008 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BF08 NZC, 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 BF08 NZC registered?

BF08 NZC is a 2008 Renault Clio, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is BF08 NZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 NZC shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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