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BJ61 MVU

2012 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,529 mi
Last recorded20,529 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ61 MVU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 20,529 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2026 20,529 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 18,192 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 16,670 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2024 16,670 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 15,729 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 15,082 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 14,334 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 13,996 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 13,274 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 12,116 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 10,939 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 9,733 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 7,153 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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BJ61 MVU is a 2012 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 53,385 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 BJ61 MVU, 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 14 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 BJ61 MVU registered?

BJ61 MVU is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 13 January 2012.

Is BJ61 MVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ61 MVU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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