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BG02 RTU

2002 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

110,189 mi
Last recorded110,189 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2020
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG02 RTU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Fail 16 Nov 2020 110,189 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle o/s front wheel binding (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

advise o/s front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 14 May 2019 107,889 miles

advise wear in rear axle bushes

Fail 14 May 2019 107,889 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

advise wear in rear axle bushes

Pass 22 May 2018 106,255 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 106,255 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 May 2017 104,557 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 104,557 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2016 101,974 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 101,974 miles

Nearside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 11 May 2015 96,047 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 89,762 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 May 2014 89,762 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 May 2013 82,272 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Oil leak

plastic outer sill covers fitted over both outer sills

Pass 3 May 2013 82,272 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Oil leak

plastic outer sill covers fitted over both outer sills

Pass 12 May 2012 74,761 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 66,796 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 59,257 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 51,287 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 51,287 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 May 2008 43,777 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 43,658 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n.s.r axle bush split but not causing exssesive movement

Pass 18 May 2007 35,805 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 28,297 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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BG02 RTU is a 2002 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 BG02 RTU, 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 BG02 RTU registered?

BG02 RTU is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 24 May 2002.

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