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AB08 XLR

2008 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

81,452 mi
Last recorded81,452 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Clio61,424 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 XLR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2019 81,452 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play BOTH STEERING ARM/TIE ROD (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 67,364 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 52,911 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2017 52,911 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 36,609 miles

Nearside Front tyre has light damage present on outer sidewall

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 11 Jul 2016 36,609 miles

Nearside Front tyre has light damage present on outer sidewall

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 14 Jul 2015 21,714 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 21,714 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 12,904 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 12,904 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 10,318 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 7,086 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 1 Jun 2011 3,003 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 XLR is a 2008 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 XLR, 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 XLR registered?

AB08 XLR is a 2008 Renault Clio, first registered on 3 July 2008.

Is AB08 XLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 XLR shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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