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AY52 PFU

2002 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

85,285 mi
Last recorded85,285 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY52 PFU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2018 85,285 miles

Both headlamp lenses are cloudy.

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

Fail 29 Oct 2018 85,285 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both headlamp lenses are cloudy.

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 80,862 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear slight noise from wheel bearing.

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear slight noise from wheel bearing.

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

battery loose

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

scratch on front screen

Fail 16 Oct 2017 80,703 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear slight noise from wheel bearing.

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear slight noise from wheel bearing.

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

battery loose

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

scratch on front screen

Pass 21 Oct 2016 76,618 miles

Both headlamp lenses are cloudy.

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen is scratched.

Pass 15 Oct 2015 69,027 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Oct 2015 69,027 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 62,909 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 62,909 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 57,261 miles

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

offside front tyre cracked

Fail 29 Oct 2013 57,261 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

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

both wiper blades worn

offside front tyre cracked

Pass 24 Oct 2012 49,699 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2011 42,221 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 36,609 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 31,312 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 31,312 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 25,939 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 21,350 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 16,867 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 PFU is a 2002 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 PFU, 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 PFU registered?

AY52 PFU is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is AY52 PFU safe to buy?

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