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YH12 HFU

2012 Renault Clio

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

79,494 mi
Last recorded79,494 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH12 HFU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 79,494 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 73,224 miles
Fail 24 May 2024 73,128 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 66,450 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 57,358 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 41,078 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 34,710 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 30,976 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2016 21,004 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

rear view mirror missing

Pass 4 Mar 2015 11,998 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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YH12 HFU is a 2012 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,461cc diesel 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 YH12 HFU, 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 YH12 HFU?

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What year was YH12 HFU registered?

YH12 HFU is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is YH12 HFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH12 HFU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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