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BG51 GXS

2001 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2016
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

85,783 mi
Last recorded85,783 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Clio66,921 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2015 85,783 miles

Centre exhaust mount broken but still supporting system

Fail 30 Nov 2015 85,703 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ABS ring cracked and split open (3.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ABS ring broken and part missing (3.4.2)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Centre exhaust mount broken but still supporting system

Pass 17 Dec 2014 78,420 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 78,420 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 14 Nov 2013 75,152 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 14 Nov 2013 75,152 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 May 2012 70,553 miles

Hazzard switch has a fault but works

gearbox oil leak

headlamp lenses getting cloudy

Fail 15 May 2012 70,553 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Hazzard switch has a fault but works

air bag light on

both front drop links in poor condition

engine management light on

gearbox oil leak

headlamp lenses getting cloudy

no water in the header tank

slight blow on the centre exhaust joint

Pass 17 Jan 2011 66,884 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2011 66,879 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2009 60,900 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 Nov 2009 60,900 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear exhaust mounting worn

Pass 6 Sep 2008 58,406 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 58,406 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 46,737 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 38,531 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 8 May 2006 38,531 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 GXS is a 2001 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 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 BG51 GXS, 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 GXS registered?

BG51 GXS is a 2001 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is BG51 GXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG51 GXS shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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