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CX02 VHK

2002 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

130,401 mi
Last recorded130,401 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2014
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX02 VHK
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2014 130,401 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2014 130,401 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 121,651 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 121,636 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 113,354 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

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

airbag fault light on

bonnet catch corroded and stiff to operate- fastens securely

front brake disc inner faces corroded

front brakes slightly imbalanced

Fail 21 Jan 2012 113,258 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Coolant leak

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

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

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

airbag fault light on

bonnet catch corroded and stiff to operate- fastens securely

front brake disc inner faces corroded

front brakes slightly imbalanced

Pass 9 Feb 2011 76,223 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 74,258 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 68,697 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 68,696 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 60,197 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 40,829 miles

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

contamination starting on rear number plate but is still clearly readable.

Pass 7 Feb 2006 40,829 miles

contamination starting on rear number plate but is still clearly readable.

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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CX02 VHK is a 2002 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 CX02 VHK, 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 CX02 VHK registered?

CX02 VHK is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 26 April 2002.

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