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BFM 254

2002 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

44,891 mi
Last recorded44,891 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFM 254
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 27 Nov 2020 44,891 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust clamp corroded likely to become detached.

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 42,210 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 42,210 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 39,164 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 33,880 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 30,844 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres wearing (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 27,764 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 23,718 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 19,088 miles

both rear tyres cracking

nearside headlight aim just within limits

nearside rear tyre worn to wear bands 2mm

Pass 30 Jul 2012 12,597 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both number plates slightly insecure

rear exhaust rubber mounting starting to perish

Fail 30 Jul 2012 12,597 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both number plates slightly insecure

rear exhaust rubber mounting starting to perish

Pass 15 Mar 2011 7,696 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 7,614 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 7,316 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 6,927 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 6,387 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 5,403 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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BFM 254 is a 2002 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BFM 254, 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 BFM 254 registered?

BFM 254 is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 25 April 2002.

Is BFM 254 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFM 254 shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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