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BV12 VBM

2012 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

51,874 mi
Last recorded51,874 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 VBM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 51,874 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 10 Nov 2025 51,874 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 50,895 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 49,534 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2023 49,534 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2022 47,894 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 46,440 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 44,731 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 42,437 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 39,863 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 39,863 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 37,769 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 35,714 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 29,172 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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BV12 VBM is a 2012 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BV12 VBM, 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 BV12 VBM registered?

BV12 VBM is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 23 May 2012.

Is BV12 VBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV12 VBM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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