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RV59 JJL

2009 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

100,363 mi
Last recorded100,363 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Renault Clio58,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 JJL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 100,363 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2025 96,384 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195.60.15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front OBLIGATORY SIDE MIRROR LOOSE BUT SECURE

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195.60.15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIP ON THE SCREEN (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 91,670 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 88,320 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2023 88,320 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2022 84,422 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 82,538 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 74,600 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2019 74,600 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 68,009 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 68,009 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2017 61,079 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 55,926 miles

oil leack on engine

Pass 21 Jan 2015 49,673 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Jan 2015 49,671 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 41,988 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 41,988 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 34,919 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

long handbrake travel.

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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RV59 JJL is a 2009 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2009 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 58,183 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 RV59 JJL, 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 17 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RV59 JJL registered?

RV59 JJL is a 2009 Renault Clio, first registered on 7 September 2009.

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