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CX52 BFE

2002 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2016
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

82,437 mi
Last recorded82,437 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX52 BFE
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2015 82,437 miles

corrosion to coil springs and brake pipes in areas

slight oil leak

Pass 6 Oct 2014 81,402 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 79,324 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 79,324 miles

Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 74,411 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 74,411 miles

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

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leak from engine

Pass 30 Sep 2011 68,529 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

major coolant leak suspect water pump?

Pass 9 Oct 2010 63,464 miles

Oil leak

cambelt if due.

engine oil level low

Fail 9 Oct 2010 63,464 miles

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

Oil leak

cambelt if due.

engine oil level low

Pass 8 Sep 2009 56,390 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Sep 2009 56,390 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 48,754 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/r/tyre has 2 nails in tread

Fail 23 Sep 2008 48,754 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/r/tyre has 2 nails in tread

Fail 29 Sep 2007 44,145 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

engine managment light illuminated

Pass 29 Sep 2007 44,145 miles

engine managment light illuminated

Pass 6 Oct 2006 38,780 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 38,780 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Oct 2005 30,866 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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CX52 BFE is a 2002 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 CX52 BFE, 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 CX52 BFE registered?

CX52 BFE is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is CX52 BFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX52 BFE shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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