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DE02 VNL

2002 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

105,721 mi
Last recorded105,721 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE02 VNL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2016 105,721 miles

both front tyres worn smooth inner edges

Fail 13 Dec 2016 105,573 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

both front tyres worn smooth inner edges

Pass 29 Sep 2015 92,358 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 86,889 miles

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

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 82,518 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 82,518 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 78,034 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 78,034 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2011 69,943 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 69,943 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 64,958 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 64,958 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 58,398 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 51,914 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 51,914 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 7 Sep 2007 43,794 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 43,794 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 31,184 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 31,184 miles

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

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

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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DE02 VNL is a 2002 Renault Clio in Silver 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 DE02 VNL, 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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DE02 VNL is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 14 June 2002.

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