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BG51 FXV

2001 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,105 mi
Last recorded103,105 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Clio66,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 FXV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2013 103,105 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 95,508 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 86,528 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 76,971 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 76,971 miles

Nearside brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Outer Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Aug 2009 68,453 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 62,326 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 56,238 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 52,244 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 52,244 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Nov 2005 46,765 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 Nov 2005 46,765 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

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

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

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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BG51 FXV is a 2001 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BG51 FXV, 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 BG51 FXV registered?

BG51 FXV is a 2001 Renault Clio, first registered on 15 November 2001.

Is BG51 FXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG51 FXV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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