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BJ52 XBC

2002 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

86,886 mi
Last recorded86,886 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2015
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ52 XBC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2015 86,886 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

Fail 19 Jun 2015 86,855 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Anti-roll bar corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2014 75,587 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jun 2014 75,587 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 57,791 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 55,883 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 54,852 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

passanger door mirrow broken

Fail 1 Nov 2010 54,852 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

passanger door mirrow broken

Pass 12 Nov 2009 49,367 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/front door mirrow cracked

Fail 20 Nov 2008 43,169 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 43,169 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 37,611 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 37,611 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 30,966 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2005 24,942 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2005 24,942 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 XBC is a 2002 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BJ52 XBC, 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 BJ52 XBC registered?

BJ52 XBC is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 4 November 2002.

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