Official DVLA Record

2012 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · SM12 JFE

SM12 JFE

2012 Renault Clio (1.1L, petrol). First registered 01/06/2012. Recorded mileage 74,185 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
RENAULT CLIO
Year / Origin
2012 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 01/05/2026
Road Tax
Untaxed (21/05/2025)
Recorded Mileage
74,185 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 01/05/2026
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 21/05/2025
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2012
Engine
1149cc

SM12 JFE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/04/2025
  • 74,185 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 14 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (13 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
50
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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SM12 JFE Mileage History

  1. 27/04/202361,171 mi
  2. 27/04/202361,173 mi+2 mi
  3. 02/05/202467,992 mi+6,819 mi
  4. 18/04/202574,187 mi+6,195 mi
  5. 18/04/202574,185 mi-2 mi

Average of roughly 6,582 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

SM12 JFE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Jun 2026, 03:21
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Renault Clio (SM12 JFE) between April 2023 and April 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 18 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (13 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Steering (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 32 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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