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BG08 SBU

2008 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests26 (15 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate57.7%

Mileage

73,942 mi
Last recorded73,942 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Clio61,424 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 SBU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

15 pass 11 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 73,942 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2026 73,942 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2025 69,948 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2025 69,948 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 64,251 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2024 64,251 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 59,902 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Apr 2023 59,898 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2022 53,992 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2022 53,992 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective Key doesnt open cap (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 49,817 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2021 49,817 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2020 49,354 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2020 49,354 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 47,721 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 45,445 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 44,179 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 42,238 miles

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

Offside Front tyre is wearing on the inside edge

Fail 17 Apr 2015 40,136 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 40,136 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 35,345 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 35,344 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 29,631 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 28,331 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 28,331 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Fail 25 May 2012 27,950 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside 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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BG08 SBU is a 2008 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.7%.

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 BG08 SBU, 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 SBU registered?

BG08 SBU is a 2008 Renault Clio, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is BG08 SBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 SBU shows 26 tests with a 57.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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