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BF02 LMU

2002 Renault Clio

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

138,006 mi
Last recorded138,006 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2013
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF02 LMU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2013 138,006 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2012 130,258 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2012 130,258 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 120,891 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 107,273 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2010 107,273 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 97,783 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2009 97,783 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 89,567 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 89,567 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Feb 2007 81,266 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2007 81,266 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 66,305 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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BF02 LMU is a 2002 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BF02 LMU, 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 BF02 LMU registered?

BF02 LMU is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 5 March 2002.

Is BF02 LMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF02 LMU shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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