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BF12 XJC

2012 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,519 mi
Last recorded83,519 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 XJC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 83,519 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2025 79,595 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 77,642 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2024 77,642 miles

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 72,343 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 70,061 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 67,556 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2019 61,702 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 58,376 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 55,953 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 51,159 miles

front tyres worn on the edges

offside front fog light lens damaged

Fail 7 Apr 2017 51,159 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front tyres worn on the edges

offside front fog light lens damaged

Pass 11 Apr 2016 39,463 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 30,852 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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BF12 XJC is a 2012 Renault Clio in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XJC, 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 XJC registered?

BF12 XJC is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 10 March 2012.

Is BF12 XJC safe to buy?

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