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SF59 MFA

2009 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,314 mi
Last recorded79,314 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Renault Clio58,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF59 MFA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 79,314 miles

Front fog lamps not working

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2026 79,311 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front fog lamps not working

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 75,514 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 71,382 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 15 Feb 2023 64,034 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 62,299 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 59,991 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 26 Jan 2021 59,990 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 57,123 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 53,240 miles

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

Clunk from offside front - requires further investigation

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 47,683 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2016 43,108 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 37,587 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2015 37,587 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 33,652 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 29,793 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 29,793 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 26,196 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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SF59 MFA is a 2009 Renault Clio in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SF59 MFA, 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 SF59 MFA registered?

SF59 MFA is a 2009 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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