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YL12 CWG

2012 Renault Clio

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,814 mi
Last recorded88,814 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL12 CWG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 88,814 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded osf and both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 84,146 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 79,270 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 79,270 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened radiator support (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 73,498 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs, inner sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus cracked on the tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Aug 2023 73,492 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended centre rear buckle (7.1.2 (d))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs, inner sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus cracked on the tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 63,014 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2022 63,013 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 62,074 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 53,861 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 53,861 miles

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 19 Aug 2019 52,029 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 52,029 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2018 47,382 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 42,783 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 38,183 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 38,183 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 34,222 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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YL12 CWG is a 2012 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel 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 YL12 CWG, 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 YL12 CWG registered?

YL12 CWG is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 21 August 2012.

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