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AY52 MXR

2002 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

145,401 mi
Last recorded145,401 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY52 MXR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 145,401 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

clutch pedel anti slip missing

ignition key not returning from cranking position leaving starter engaged

Fail 28 Sep 2016 145,401 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

clutch pedel anti slip missing

ignition key not returning from cranking position leaving starter engaged

Pass 2 Oct 2015 136,902 miles

both sides front discs corroded on inner faces

Fail 2 Oct 2015 136,902 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

both sides front discs corroded on inner faces

Pass 3 Oct 2014 125,692 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 125,692 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 119,395 miles

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

headlight lens scratched

Pass 11 Oct 2012 109,150 miles

N/s/f tyre inner and outter edges worn.

N/s/r tyre on legal limit! Advise customer to replace as soon as possible.

O/s/f tyre outter edge worn and split in sidewall not showing metal cords.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Oct 2012 109,150 miles

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

N/s/f tyre inner and outter edges worn.

N/s/r tyre on legal limit! Advise customer to replace as soon as possible.

O/s/f tyre outter edge worn and split in sidewall not showing metal cords.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 97,319 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 85,668 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2010 85,668 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2009 75,315 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 59,974 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 51,650 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 45,057 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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AY52 MXR is a 2002 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AY52 MXR, 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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What year was AY52 MXR registered?

AY52 MXR is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 17 October 2002.

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