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BX52 MHV

2002 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2018
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

70,801 mi
Last recorded70,801 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX52 MHV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 70,801 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

WATER PUMP LEAK

Fail 22 Nov 2017 70,797 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect no iomage lense defussed (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ABS RING (3.4.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

WATER PUMP LEAK

Pass 10 Nov 2016 64,595 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 59,491 miles

Offside Front seat handle broken

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 9 Nov 2015 59,491 miles

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

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front seat handle broken

Pass 12 Nov 2014 55,109 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2014 55,108 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2013 52,647 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 9 Nov 2013 52,647 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2012 49,834 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Nov 2011 46,785 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 43,824 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 41,848 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 41,848 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 39,729 miles

unable to tilt o/s/f seat forward.

Fail 11 Nov 2008 39,729 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

unable to tilt o/s/f seat forward.

Pass 9 Nov 2007 37,249 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2007 37,242 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2006 32,806 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 32,806 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2005 24,910 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 MHV is a 2002 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 MHV, 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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BX52 MHV is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 8 November 2002.

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