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BF02 XVM

2002 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

97,258 mi
Last recorded97,258 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF02 XVM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 97,258 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 9 Aug 2017 97,258 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Aug 2016 76,768 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush Both Side (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Wheel Bearing Noisy

Fail 10 Aug 2016 76,768 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush Both Side (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Wheel Bearing Noisy

Pass 28 Jan 2015 60,819 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 60,819 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 59,778 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2013 50,140 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 45,953 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 44,189 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 44,071 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 39,329 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 36,698 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 33,341 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 29,539 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 25,193 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 25,193 miles

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

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

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

rear wiper blade needs replacing

Pass 20 Mar 2006 20,289 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 20,289 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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 XVM 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 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 BF02 XVM, 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 XVM registered?

BF02 XVM is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 March 2002.

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