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YG12 GPX

2012 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,604 mi
Last recorded98,604 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG12 GPX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2025 98,604 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 96,431 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 95,451 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2023 95,451 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 95,419 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 94,543 miles

Nearside Front brake corroded but not heavily.

Offside Front brake disc corroded but not heavily.

all brake pipes are heavily waxed.

Pass 24 Mar 2021 88,279 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 88,277 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2020 83,797 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 80,896 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 80,893 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))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 78,135 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 19 Mar 2018 78,135 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 73,209 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 68,170 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 68,170 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 63,503 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 63,503 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 GPX is a 2012 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GPX, 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 YG12 GPX registered?

YG12 GPX is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is YG12 GPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG12 GPX shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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