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BG08 GBZ

2008 Renault Clio

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,695 mi
Last recorded94,695 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Clio61,424 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 GBZ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 94,695 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2024 93,416 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2023 91,690 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 90,428 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2022 90,425 miles

Central Lower Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 88,064 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2021 88,064 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 84,256 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 79,618 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 74,242 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 68,669 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 63,550 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 63,403 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 56,389 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 48,741 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 39,940 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 39,934 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 30,662 miles

Rear seat bases missing from rear seats

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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BG08 GBZ is a 2008 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 BG08 GBZ, 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 BG08 GBZ registered?

BG08 GBZ is a 2008 Renault Clio, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is BG08 GBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 GBZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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