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ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2012 Renault Clio Petrol 1149cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 122,834 miles on the clock, averaging 9,664 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Renault Clio issues include electric window regulators (all variants) and brake light switch (all variants).
MOT & Mileage History for MA12 OBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 122,834 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,940 |
| Average per year | 9,664 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Renault Clio
These are the most commonly reported problems on Renault Clio models (2005–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Electric window regulators (all variants)
· Typical repair: £50-150 per door (DIY washers or new regulator; indy garage).
Brake light switch (all variants)
· Typical repair: £20-60 (simple swap under dash).
Front suspension strut bushes (all variants)
· Typical repair: £150-300 per side (bushes + alignment).
Alternator pulley (all variants)
· Typical repair: £100-250 (pulley) or £300-500 (full alternator).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MA12 OBU |
| Make | Renault |
| Model | Clio |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1149cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About MA12 OBU
What car is MA12 OBU?
MA12 OBU is an blue Renault Clio, petrol (1149cc). First registered in Manchester in 2012.
What is the mileage of MA12 OBU?
The last recorded mileage for MA12 OBU was 122,834 miles, recorded on 5 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA12 OBU passed its MOT?
MA12 OBU has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 5 Apr 2024.
Is MA12 OBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA12 OBU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is MA12 OBU?
MA12 OBU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.