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BJ52 FTE

2002 Renault Clio

Beige Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

31,370 mi
Last recorded31,370 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2021
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ52 FTE
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2021 31,370 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2021 31,360 miles

Engine mounting bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement back of the engine (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2020 27,305 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front brake pad close to legal limit

has a oil leak bottom end of the Engine

Pass 19 Oct 2018 22,863 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 20,029 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 15 Nov 2017 20,029 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 19,713 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 19,713 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 18,773 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 17,983 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 17,195 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 16,144 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 15,115 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 13,746 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 12,634 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 11,370 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 9,769 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 7,734 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 5,920 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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BJ52 FTE is a 2002 Renault Clio in Beige with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 BJ52 FTE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ52 FTE registered?

BJ52 FTE is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 12 October 2002.

Is BJ52 FTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ52 FTE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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