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BF51 BNU

2001 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,526 mi
Last recorded78,526 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Clio66,921 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 BNU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2018 78,526 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2018 78,451 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 75,227 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2017 75,227 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 67,791 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 61,412 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 54,815 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2012 45,264 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 35,053 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 29,147 miles

Oil leak

dent in the bonnet

Pass 21 Aug 2009 27,571 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2008 22,623 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 18,530 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 14,033 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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BF51 BNU is a 2001 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 66,921 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 BF51 BNU, 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 25 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF51 BNU registered?

BF51 BNU is a 2001 Renault Clio, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is BF51 BNU safe to buy?

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