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YT12 VLN

2012 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

68,123 mi
Last recorded68,123 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT12 VLN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 68,123 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2026 68,123 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195 50 16 88V (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 60,780 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

slight travel in hand brake lever

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

surface rust on exhaust system

surface rust on front and rear subframes steering and suspension components brake components

Fail 25 Feb 2025 60,780 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

slight travel in hand brake lever

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

some travel in hand brake lever

surface rust on exhaust system

surface rust on front and rear subframes steering and suspension components brake components

Pass 4 Mar 2024 50,497 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

some damage to body panels,

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to crack and deteriorate

surface rust on sub frames steering suspension and brake components

Fail 4 Mar 2024 50,497 miles

Front Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened on both inner sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

some damage to body panels,

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to crack and deteriorate

surface rust on sub frames steering suspension and brake components

Pass 21 Mar 2023 41,965 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front n/s tyre starting to wear

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

surface rust on exhaust system

Fail 21 Mar 2023 41,964 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front n/s tyre starting to wear

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

surface rust on exhaust system

Pass 5 Mar 2022 36,314 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 29,146 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 22,807 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 19,457 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))

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

engine cover and undertrays obstructing the view of some components

Fail 1 Mar 2019 19,457 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

engine cover and undertrays obstructing the view of some components

Pass 16 Mar 2018 17,049 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 14,997 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 12,436 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 9,570 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YT12 VLN is a 2012 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YT12 VLN, 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 YT12 VLN registered?

YT12 VLN is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 24 July 2012.

Is YT12 VLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT12 VLN shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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