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YC12 LVS

2012 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,497 mi
Last recorded59,497 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 LVS
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 59,497 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber body slightly corroded

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front shock absorber body slightly corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2025 53,428 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2025 53,428 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 49,218 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 46,404 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

engine under tray fitted

rear seats folded down not able to test belt

Fail 26 Jul 2023 46,390 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened subframe corroded & holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

engine under tray fitted

rear seats folded down not able to test belt

Pass 2 Aug 2022 41,151 miles

Radiator support panel corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2021 34,665 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 29,420 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 28,896 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 26,004 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 23,110 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 LVS is a 2012 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YC12 LVS, 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

How do I check the history of YC12 LVS?

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What year was YC12 LVS registered?

YC12 LVS is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 24 July 2012.

Is YC12 LVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 LVS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YC12 LVS have outstanding finance?

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