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BJ08 UDB

2008 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

129,309 mi
Last recorded129,309 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Clio61,424 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 UDB
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 129,309 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 10 Oct 2025 129,309 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2024 121,669 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2024 121,650 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Sep 2023 115,560 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2023 115,560 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2022 113,055 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 109,313 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2021 109,283 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on the outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Jan 2021 104,037 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 104,010 miles

Emissions not tested Exhaust blow. (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Rear silencer area. (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 96,719 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 91,529 miles

Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Jul 2017 86,474 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 86,455 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Jul 2016 81,252 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 73,107 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 58,984 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Jul 2014 58,984 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 47,066 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 39,032 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 29,918 miles

Rear tyres worn.

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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BJ08 UDB is a 2008 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 BJ08 UDB, 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 BJ08 UDB registered?

BJ08 UDB is a 2008 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 July 2008.

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