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BG59 CXU

2009 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

99,235 mi
Last recorded99,235 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Renault Clio58,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 CXU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 99,235 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 12 Nov 2025 99,231 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake drum back plate insecure Corroded and holed. (1.1.14 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 3 Dec 2024 95,653 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2024 95,647 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) contaminated Plate/pad is corroded. (1.1.13 (b))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 92,252 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2023 92,248 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front inertia cross member corroded and deteriorated.

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 89,022 miles

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

O/S rear tyre is over 10 yr old.

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

Pass 29 Nov 2021 85,654 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 83,252 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing n/s+o/s corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brake mounting back plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Rear n/s+o/s wheels have slight noise when rotated

all steering and suspension components corroded

brake pedal anti slip has slight wear

engine sump pan corroded

manufacture covers fitted

rear exhaust mounting rubber deteriorating

Pass 24 Oct 2019 75,102 miles

Plastic trims shields and guards covering some prescribed areas

Pass 13 Nov 2018 62,789 miles

High level brake light not working.

Pass 3 Nov 2016 53,535 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 190--150 (3.7.B.5b)

plastic trims shields and guards covering some prescribed areas

Fail 3 Nov 2016 53,535 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 190--150 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

plastic trims shields and guards covering some prescribed areas

Pass 16 Oct 2015 40,875 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 34,240 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2014 34,240 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2013 22,853 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2012 12,340 miles

N/S/F tyre worn on raised outer edge

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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BG59 CXU is a 2009 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 BG59 CXU, 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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What year was BG59 CXU registered?

BG59 CXU is a 2009 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 November 2009.

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