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YG12 FSS

2012 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2024
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

95,882 mi
Last recorded95,882 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG12 FSS
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2023 95,882 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced radiator support (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2023 95,873 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced radiator support (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 78,524 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 78,518 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2021 62,879 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 62,879 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2020 44,596 miles

both front tyres low and wearing inner edges

Fail 9 Nov 2020 44,596 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

both front tyres low and wearing inner edges

Pass 14 May 2019 33,331 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2019 33,331 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 12 May 2018 31,995 miles

under tray fitted preventing a full inspection of some under side components

Fail 12 May 2018 31,995 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

under tray fitted preventing a full inspection of some under side components

Pass 20 May 2017 30,997 miles

Rear tyres cracking within tread

Fail 20 May 2017 30,997 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear tyres cracking within tread

Pass 9 Jun 2016 29,974 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 13 Jun 2015 26,824 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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YG12 FSS is a 2012 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 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 YG12 FSS, 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 YG12 FSS registered?

YG12 FSS is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 June 2012.

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