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BL02 MBU

2002 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

108,721 mi
Last recorded108,721 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL02 MBU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 108,721 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 104,103 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 96,630 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 95,951 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output BOTH FRONT (4.1.4 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 94,051 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced BOTH FRONT (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 92,526 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 90,954 miles

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 88,687 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 88,687 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 85,663 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 6 Nov 2013 85,663 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 82,101 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 82,101 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 76,386 miles

nearside rear tyre small split

Fail 3 Nov 2011 76,386 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

nearside rear tyre small split

Pass 5 Nov 2010 70,266 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 70,266 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2009 64,208 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 61,475 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 54,872 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 54,872 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 44,549 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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BL02 MBU is a 2002 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BL02 MBU, 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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BL02 MBU is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 July 2002.

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