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AY02 HTC

2002 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests32 (21 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate65.6%

Mileage

124,284 mi
Last recorded124,284 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY02 HTC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

21 pass 11 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 124,284 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded but cant see pads (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Feb 2026 124,275 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded but cant see pads (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 121,212 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Number plate cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Weak image (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Weak image (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2025 121,209 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Number plate cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Weak image (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Weak image (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 118,196 miles

both front tyres are worn on edges

Fail 16 Feb 2024 118,296 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

both front tyres are worn on edges

Pass 10 Feb 2023 115,265 miles

Central exhaust mount in poor condition clap is corroded away

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side bush are cracking and split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front headlights lens misting

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both are cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Feb 2023 115,265 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both side (4.4.3 (a))

Central exhaust mount in poor condition clap is corroded away

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side bush are cracking and split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front headlights lens misting

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both are cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 111,269 miles

Central exhaust mount in poor condition

Front anti roll bar link rubbers in poor condition

Front from limited view front brake pads are getting low

Front headlights misting

Nearside Front Inner steering rack gaiter weeping oil

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine has small oil leak

suspension steering and brake parts rusting

Fail 10 Feb 2022 111,269 miles

Central exhaust mount in poor condition

Front anti roll bar link rubbers in poor condition

Front from limited view front brake pads are getting low

Front headlights misting

Nearside Front Inner steering rack gaiter weeping oil

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine has small oil leak

suspension steering and brake parts rusting

Pass 10 Feb 2021 107,682 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 107,652 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both front head lights need polishing (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 105,496 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 101,893 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

offside front shock corroded

rear exhaust hanger worn

Fail 9 Feb 2019 101,893 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

offside front shock corroded

rear exhaust hanger worn

Pass 18 Feb 2018 95,942 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rears (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

suspect park brake lever mounting loose/fractured

Fail 18 Feb 2018 95,942 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rears (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

suspect park brake lever mounting loose/fractured

Fail 10 Feb 2018 95,566 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rears (1.4.A.2f)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

suspect park brake lever mounting loose/fractured

Pass 27 Feb 2017 84,792 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured Both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 75,208 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both (2.4.G.2)

Front Tyres perished

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre perished

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 67,485 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 4 Feb 2015 67,485 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 53,569 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Feb 2014 53,569 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight brake bind nearside rear

Pass 15 Feb 2013 39,334 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight brake bind nearside rear

Pass 28 Jan 2012 31,777 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

all4tyres starting to crack in treads

slight brake bind n/s rear

Pass 14 Feb 2011 28,310 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 27,641 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 26,806 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 25,651 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 23,327 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 21,904 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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AY02 HTC is a 2002 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.6%.

Across all 2002 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 65,208 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 AY02 HTC, 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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AY02 HTC is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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