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AE52 VJY

2002 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

103,560 mi
Last recorded103,560 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 VJY
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 103,560 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 100,813 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 92,977 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 85,638 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2016 85,638 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 78,332 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 78,332 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 72,224 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 60,961 miles

front no plate cracked

Pass 21 Sep 2012 56,486 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 50,910 miles

slight play in nearside inner steering rack tie rod.

Fail 14 Sep 2011 50,910 miles

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

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

slight play in nearside inner steering rack tie rod.

Fail 24 Sep 2010 43,448 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 43,448 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 36,713 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

front number plate cracked

Fail 10 Sep 2009 36,713 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

front number plate cracked

Pass 25 Sep 2008 30,984 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 25,562 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 19,870 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 VJY is a 2002 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 VJY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE52 VJY registered?

AE52 VJY is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is AE52 VJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 VJY shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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