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TJZ 8716

2011 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

91,758 mi
Last recorded91,758 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Renault Clio54,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJZ 8716
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 91,758 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2024 89,260 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 28 Oct 2024 89,258 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 87,209 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 87,209 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 85,265 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2021 82,663 miles

rear axle corroded

Fail 3 Nov 2021 82,663 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear axle corroded

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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TJZ 8716 is a 2011 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2011 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 54,777 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 TJZ 8716, 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 15 years old, this Renault Clio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was TJZ 8716 registered?

TJZ 8716 is a 2011 Renault Clio, first registered on 26 May 2011.

Is TJZ 8716 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TJZ 8716 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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