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BN12 GZB

2012 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

85,221 mi
Last recorded85,221 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 GZB
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2023 85,221 miles

frt cross member corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2022 76,185 miles

Front crossmember corroded

Pass 14 Feb 2022 69,380 miles

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

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

front radiator support sub frame corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2020 57,302 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2019 44,709 miles
Fail 4 May 2019 44,709 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2018 35,624 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 29,859 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside wing mirror glass loose

engine covers & under tray fitted

handbrake high travel

wet test !!!

Pass 19 May 2016 23,173 miles

engine cover & under tray fitted

high handbrake travel

Pass 20 May 2015 17,576 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 17,186 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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BN12 GZB is a 2012 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BN12 GZB, 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.

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What year was BN12 GZB registered?

BN12 GZB is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 3 March 2012.

Is BN12 GZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 GZB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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