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BG02 VRF

2002 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

89,473 mi
Last recorded89,473 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2018
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG02 VRF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2018 89,473 miles

Offside Front strut top mount has excess movement

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Nov 2018 89,440 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect offside and nearside (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp lens seriously defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front strut top mount has excess movement

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 84,160 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Nov 2017 84,160 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 74,644 miles

all four tyres close to legal limit

Pass 16 Nov 2015 67,524 miles

Nearside Rear nail in tread pattern

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

Fail 16 Nov 2015 67,522 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear nail in tread pattern

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 58,010 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Nov 2014 58,010 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Nov 2013 50,030 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 50,029 miles

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

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

small cracks in offside front tyre side wall

Pass 21 Nov 2012 44,553 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 41,519 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 41,519 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 35,142 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 31,053 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 31,043 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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

near side front tyre cracking on outer wall

Pass 28 Nov 2007 25,086 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 25,080 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2006 19,097 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 14,707 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 VRF is a 2002 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 VRF, 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 VRF registered?

BG02 VRF is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 May 2002.

Is BG02 VRF safe to buy?

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