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AF12 SZL

2012 Renault Clio

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

136,492 mi
Last recorded136,492 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Clio53,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 SZL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 136,492 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 126,165 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 114,743 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2022 109,813 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2022 109,468 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 99,355 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 80,719 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 73,248 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 59,971 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 59,970 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2016 43,330 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 31,551 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Feb 2015 31,551 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AF12 SZL is a 2012 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AF12 SZL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF12 SZL?

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What year was AF12 SZL registered?

AF12 SZL is a 2012 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is AF12 SZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 SZL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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