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BT51 OPS

2002 Renault Clio

Gold Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

97,918 mi
Last recorded97,918 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT51 OPS
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 97,918 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 18 Feb 2026 97,907 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 97,701 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both tarnished (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 97,500 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 97,158 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 97,140 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 96,860 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 96,487 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 96,487 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 96,318 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2020 96,318 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 95,969 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 95,275 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 94,519 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 93,347 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 92,091 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 92,091 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 90,755 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 88,698 miles

Nearside rear tyre perished

Offside front tyre perised

Offside rear tyre perished

Fail 17 Feb 2012 87,182 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 87,182 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2011 85,381 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 83,002 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

unable to see condition of front pads due to wheel construction

Pass 9 Jan 2009 79,655 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jan 2008 77,221 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 74,919 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 74,919 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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BT51 OPS is a 2002 Renault Clio in Gold with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 BT51 OPS, 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 BT51 OPS registered?

BT51 OPS is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 9 January 2002.

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The MOT history for BT51 OPS shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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