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AB08 XLL

2008 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

97,514 mi
Last recorded97,514 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Clio61,424 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 XLL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2018 97,514 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Nov 2017 92,056 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 80,547 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Position light / Brake light pulsing with indicator flash (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3 mm approx (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3 mm approx (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Aug 2016 80,547 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Position light / Brake light pulsing with indicator flash (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3 mm approx (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3 mm approx (4.1.E.1)

slight play in steering column felt at steering wheel

Pass 10 Sep 2015 73,734 miles

Nearside Front Play in Steering Rack Inner Joint

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Slight movement in Steering coloum

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 4 Sep 2015 73,734 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Play in Steering Rack Inner Joint

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Slight movement in Steering coloum

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 62,611 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 53,328 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Sep 2012 39,149 miles

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

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

air bag light on

Fail 15 Sep 2012 39,148 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

air bag light on

Pass 19 Sep 2011 25,529 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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AB08 XLL is a 2008 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 61,424 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 AB08 XLL, 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 18 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AB08 XLL registered?

AB08 XLL is a 2008 Renault Clio, first registered on 17 July 2008.

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