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YC12 DNJ

2012 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

53,134 mi
Last recorded53,134 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 DNJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2024 53,134 miles

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

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

front both sides support frame corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2023 48,212 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 42,092 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 38,397 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 36,204 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both are on 2mm and bald inside edges strong advise (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 33,591 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 2 Jan 2019 33,591 miles

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

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 4 Aug 2017 25,274 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 22,873 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 20,314 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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YC12 DNJ is a 2012 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YC12 DNJ, 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.

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What year was YC12 DNJ registered?

YC12 DNJ is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 19 June 2012.

Is YC12 DNJ safe to buy?

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