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BT02 DFV

2002 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2015
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

54,545 mi
Last recorded54,545 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2014
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT02 DFV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2014 54,545 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 53,323 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jan 2013 53,323 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

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

Fail 17 Jan 2012 52,259 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 52,259 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 51,017 miles

all tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 21 Jan 2010 49,863 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 48,745 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 47,476 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2007 47,470 miles

Air bag light on.

Brake servo rusty.

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Nov 2007 47,470 miles

Air bag light on.

Brake servo rusty.

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 46,695 miles

rocker cover gasket leaking oil

Pass 21 Jul 2006 38,358 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2005 32,775 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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BT02 DFV is a 2002 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BT02 DFV, 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 BT02 DFV registered?

BT02 DFV is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is BT02 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT02 DFV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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