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BG51 GVV

2001 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

106,396 mi
Last recorded106,396 miles
Recorded on16 May 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Clio66,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 May 2015 106,396 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) or their associated mountings locking device insecure (3.1.4b)

Pass 16 May 2015 106,396 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 97,248 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 88,737 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 88,735 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 82,471 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 80,104 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 72,251 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 68,609 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 63,887 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 63,887 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 56,030 miles

Both front brake disc's worn

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 14 Nov 2006 56,030 miles

Both front brake disc's worn

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 GVV is a 2001 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 GVV, 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 BG51 GVV registered?

BG51 GVV is a 2001 Renault Clio, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is BG51 GVV safe to buy?

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