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WV12 XJB

2012 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

62,913 mi
Last recorded62,913 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV12 XJB
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 62,913 miles

Front subframe section corroded

Fail 23 Oct 2025 62,913 miles

Front subframe section corroded

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 16 May 2024 56,109 miles
Fail 15 May 2024 56,109 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2023 51,087 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 44,541 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 44,516 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 44,510 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 44,169 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 42,574 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 40,161 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2017 40,160 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre has flat spot, causing tyre to also be below 1.6mm (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2015 37,879 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 36,369 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 36,369 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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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WV12 XJB is a 2012 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WV12 XJB, 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 WV12 XJB registered?

WV12 XJB is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is WV12 XJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV12 XJB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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