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BJ16 VUC

2016 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,475 mi
Last recorded71,475 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Renault Clio41,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ16 VUC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 71,475 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2026 71,475 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

coolant low

Pass 11 Jan 2025 59,665 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 51,015 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 42,818 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2022 36,770 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 32,248 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2021 32,248 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2020 30,237 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 25,043 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin down to 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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BJ16 VUC is a 2016 Renault Clio in Grey with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 41,190 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 BJ16 VUC, 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 10 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 BJ16 VUC registered?

BJ16 VUC is a 2016 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 March 2016.

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