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BX52 CXU

2002 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

80,347 mi
Last recorded80,347 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX52 CXU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2016 80,347 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2016 80,199 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high adjuster not working (1.8)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Aug 2015 72,645 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

both front tyres worn low on edges

Fail 25 Aug 2015 72,645 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

both front tyres worn low on edges

Pass 18 Aug 2014 64,321 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

slight play in o/s front top strut mount

Fail 18 Aug 2014 64,312 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

slight play in o/s front top strut mount

Pass 29 Aug 2013 58,744 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 58,743 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 52,765 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 52,765 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 48,060 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 43,236 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 43,236 miles

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

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

electronic fault warning light illuminated on dash

nearside rear tyre low on 3mm tread

Pass 25 Aug 2009 37,279 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 37,279 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 32,219 miles

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)

Fail 26 Aug 2008 32,219 miles

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 Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 27,100 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 21,418 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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BX52 CXU is a 2002 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 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 BX52 CXU, 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 BX52 CXU registered?

BX52 CXU is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is BX52 CXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX52 CXU shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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