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BU18 UUB

2018 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,944 mi
Last recorded43,944 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Renault Clio32,897 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU18 UUB
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 43,944 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2026 43,819 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 39,603 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 34,150 miles

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords offside front tyre outer wall cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside rear tyre cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside rear tyre cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover & under trays fitted

Fail 12 Feb 2024 34,150 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both front inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords offside front tyre outer wall cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside rear tyre cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside rear tyre cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2023 29,803 miles

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

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 Feb 2023 29,803 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Feb 2022 26,125 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm cracked on the tread (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Feb 2021 23,223 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45/17 88v (5.2.3 (e))

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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BU18 UUB is a 2018 Renault Clio in Red with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 32,897 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 BU18 UUB, 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 8 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 BU18 UUB registered?

BU18 UUB is a 2018 Renault Clio, first registered on 3 March 2018.

Is BU18 UUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU18 UUB shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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