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BF12 VRM

2012 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

84,943 mi
Last recorded84,943 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2022
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 VRM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2022 84,943 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge of tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 30 Jun 2022 84,888 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge of tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2021 71,709 miles

knocking noise from rear

Pass 3 Jul 2020 61,574 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 61,574 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 57,491 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 51,614 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 46,093 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 46,092 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 39,898 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 33,924 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BF12 VRM is a 2012 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BF12 VRM, 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 BF12 VRM registered?

BF12 VRM is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is BF12 VRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 VRM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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