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BL51 ZXU

2002 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

69,124 mi
Last recorded69,124 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2014
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL51 ZXU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2014 69,124 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 62,377 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 62,375 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 21 Dec 2011 61,910 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 61,910 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 55,951 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 55,951 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 41,668 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 41,668 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2009 38,496 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2009 38,496 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 31,965 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 24,826 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 24,826 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 16,415 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 16,415 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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BL51 ZXU is a 2002 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 BL51 ZXU, 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

How do I check the history of BL51 ZXU?

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What year was BL51 ZXU registered?

BL51 ZXU is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 23 January 2002.

Is BL51 ZXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL51 ZXU shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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