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BW51 FVS

2002 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2022
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

133,290 mi
Last recorded133,290 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW51 FVS
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2021 133,290 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 131,322 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 129,499 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 125,885 miles

dent in osf wheel

leak on nsf shock absorber

oil leak

slight play through steering rack

Pass 13 Nov 2017 120,718 miles

dent in osf wheel

oil leak

slight play through steering rack

Pass 24 Nov 2016 116,594 miles

dent in nsf wheel

front tyres worn low on edges

oil leak

slight play through steering rack

Fail 24 Nov 2016 116,594 miles

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

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

dent in nsf wheel

front tyres worn low on edges

oil leak

slight play through steering rack

Pass 10 Dec 2015 110,233 miles

dent in nsf wheel

front tyres wearing on edges

oil leak

slight movement in nsf shock mount

slight play through steering rack

splits in front drop link bushes

Fail 10 Dec 2015 110,233 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

dent in nsf wheel

front tyres wearing on edges

oil leak

slight movement in nsf shock mount

slight play through steering rack

splits in front drop link bushes

Pass 16 Jan 2015 104,538 miles

front drop link bushes splitting

oil leak

Pass 10 Jan 2014 98,245 miles

front drop link bushes splitting

Pass 16 Jan 2013 93,333 miles

nsf/osf drop link bushes splitting

tread low on nsf tyre

Fail 16 Jan 2013 93,333 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

nsf/osf drop link bushes splitting

tread low on nsf tyre

Pass 5 Jan 2012 87,186 miles

slight play through steering rack,rear number plate deterioating

Pass 20 Jan 2011 80,712 miles

rear number plate deterioating

slight play in steering rack

Fail 20 Jan 2011 80,712 miles

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

rear number plate deterioating

slight play in steering rack

Pass 19 Jan 2010 73,172 miles

rear number plate deterioating

tread low on osr tyre

Pass 23 Jan 2009 64,344 miles

slight play in steering rack,nsf tyre wearing on edge

Pass 27 Jul 2007 52,091 miles

tread low on osf tyre,osr tyre low/nail

Pass 17 Jan 2007 17,752 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2007 17,752 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2006 41,552 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 41,552 miles

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

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

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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BW51 FVS is a 2002 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 BW51 FVS, 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

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What year was BW51 FVS registered?

BW51 FVS is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 8 February 2002.

Is BW51 FVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW51 FVS shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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