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AB08 XMT

2008 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

140,567 mi
Last recorded140,567 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Clio61,424 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 XMT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 140,567 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 122,700 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 122,693 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 May 2017 102,596 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 82,936 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 82,109 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2015 82,109 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2014 72,684 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 67,905 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 67,905 miles

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

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 51,997 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

cut in tread of o/s/f tyre [not to cords]

Fail 12 Jul 2012 51,997 miles

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

cut in tread of o/s/f tyre [not to cords]

Pass 15 Jul 2011 38,325 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 XMT is a 2008 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc 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 XMT, 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 XMT registered?

AB08 XMT is a 2008 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 August 2008.

Is AB08 XMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 XMT 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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