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BX52 LWJ

2002 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

96,703 mi
Last recorded96,703 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX52 LWJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 96,703 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 90,178 miles

Oil leak

nearside front abs ring broken

offside front abs ring broken

Fail 21 Jul 2015 90,178 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

nearside front abs ring broken

offside front abs ring broken

Pass 30 Jul 2014 83,949 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 24 Jul 2014 83,949 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 17 Jul 2013 76,236 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

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

Offside rear tyre is partially deflated

Pass 17 Jul 2013 76,236 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

Offside rear tyre is partially deflated

Pass 25 Jul 2012 66,059 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen wipers smear. Worn blades &/or greasy screen

Fail 25 Jul 2012 66,059 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen wipers smear. Worn blades &/or greasy screen

Pass 28 Jul 2011 59,251 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 28 Jul 2011 59,251 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 50,941 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 42,421 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 28 Jul 2008 33,742 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

brake pedal slighty squeaking

front discs slighty has slight corrsion inner side

Pass 28 Jul 2008 33,742 miles

brake pedal slighty squeaking

front discs slighty has slight corrsion inner side

Pass 5 Oct 2007 29,666 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 29,666 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2006 21,773 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Sep 2005 15,668 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 LWJ is a 2002 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LWJ, 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 LWJ registered?

BX52 LWJ is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 8 October 2002.

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