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BJ58 MLX

2008 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

102,395 mi
Last recorded102,395 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Renault Clio61,424 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ58 MLX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2022 102,395 miles

nsf/osf inner rod ends have slight move meant

Pass 23 Nov 2021 88,280 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Nov 2021 88,280 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 71,428 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2020 71,428 miles

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

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

Rear reflector missing both sides (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 63,248 miles

nearside rear tyre has nail in

Fail 30 Oct 2019 63,248 miles

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

nearside rear tyre has nail in

Pass 20 Nov 2018 56,690 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 56,690 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

front offside and nearside abs wiring insecure

front offside and nearside brake hoses insecure

Pass 13 Nov 2017 49,606 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 42,754 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 42,754 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2015 42,499 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 42,499 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 38,343 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 31,329 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 25,511 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 22,054 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 22,054 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 22,031 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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BJ58 MLX is a 2008 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 BJ58 MLX, 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 BJ58 MLX registered?

BJ58 MLX is a 2008 Renault Clio, first registered on 23 November 2008.

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