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AE52 KFJ

2002 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

141,896 mi
Last recorded141,896 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 KFJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2023 141,896 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 130,881 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded ns and os (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front and osr (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 125,795 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 123,052 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 120,835 miles

Nearside Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 119,114 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 114,706 miles

Rear wiper blade split

Fail 8 Aug 2017 114,669 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 8 Aug 2016 107,746 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 99,516 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 91,331 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 83,356 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 73,727 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

rear exhaust hanger badly deteriorated

Pass 26 Aug 2011 64,150 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 24 Aug 2011 64,075 miles

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

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 57,014 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 1,130 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 48,791 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 41,460 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 41,460 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

slight play in offside lower ball joint

Pass 22 Aug 2007 33,815 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Aug 2006 28,137 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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AE52 KFJ is a 2002 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 65,208 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 AE52 KFJ, 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 24 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AE52 KFJ is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 7 September 2002.

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