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BF51 TXP

2001 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2018
Tests23 (12 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate52.2%

Mileage

124,464 mi
Last recorded124,464 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Clio66,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 TXP
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 11 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 124,464 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 124,464 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 May 2016 117,441 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front worn on inner edge

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Inner worn on edge

Fail 26 May 2016 117,441 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front worn on inner edge

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Inner worn on edge

Pass 26 May 2015 111,490 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 111,490 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 29 May 2014 103,760 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 103,760 miles

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

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 24 May 2013 96,903 miles

head lamp lens cloudy

Fail 24 May 2013 96,903 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

head lamp lens cloudy

Pass 28 May 2012 88,688 miles

head lamp lens cloudy

Fail 28 May 2012 88,688 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

head lamp lens cloudy

Pass 26 May 2011 82,696 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 82,695 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 May 2010 77,333 miles

front lower suspension arm bushes debonding

offside front antiroll bar link arm bush weak

rear axel beam bushes debonding

rear exhaust support rubber cracked

Fail 27 May 2010 77,333 miles

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

front lower suspension arm bushes debonding

offside front antiroll bar link arm bush weak

rear axel beam bushes debonding

rear exhaust support rubber cracked

Pass 26 May 2009 71,493 miles

rear exhaust rubber in poor condition

rear tyres very low tread and slightly out of shape

slight play in offside steering rack end

Fail 29 May 2008 60,760 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2008 60,760 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 47,387 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2007 47,387 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 37,670 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 37,670 miles

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

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

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 TXP is a 2001 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.2%.

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 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 BF51 TXP, 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.

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What year was BF51 TXP registered?

BF51 TXP is a 2001 Renault Clio, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is BF51 TXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF51 TXP shows 23 tests with a 52.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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