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BF59 RUR

2009 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

98,457 mi
Last recorded98,457 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Renault Clio58,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 RUR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Fail 15 Jul 2026 98,457 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested DUE TO DIP BEAM NOT WORKING (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative DUE TO DIP BEAM NOT WORKING (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165/65R15 81H (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH

Pass 29 Apr 2025 89,966 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 83,162 miles

Front Brake pedal wearing smooth Splitting (1.1.2 (c))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smear (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 74,999 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Nov 2022 74,999 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 68,242 miles

Coil spring corroded ALL 4. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted RIM. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted RIM. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 61,408 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 61,403 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 56,102 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 49,013 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 49,013 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2017 41,218 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 41,218 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2016 33,377 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 24,265 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 14,432 miles

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

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

offside front tyre wearing on edges

Fail 5 Dec 2014 14,432 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

offside front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 22 Nov 2013 11,054 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 11,054 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2012 7,500 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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BF59 RUR is a 2009 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2009 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 58,183 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 BF59 RUR, 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 17 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BF59 RUR is a 2009 Renault Clio, first registered on 3 September 2009.

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