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BG17 VLB

2017 Renault Clio

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,493 mi
Last recorded46,493 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Renault Clio36,982 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG17 VLB
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 46,493 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 36,040 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2024 36,032 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2023 21,011 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm+low inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 17,986 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2022 17,986 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 14,525 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 30 Jul 2020 10,353 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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BG17 VLB is a 2017 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2017 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 36,982 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 BG17 VLB, 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 9 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 BG17 VLB registered?

BG17 VLB is a 2017 Renault Clio, first registered on 20 March 2017.

Is BG17 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG17 VLB shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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