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DE02 XLJ

2002 Renault Clio

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

159,712 mi
Last recorded159,712 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2015
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE02 XLJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2015 159,712 miles

both front discs corroding /wearing

both rear tyres wearing and both front wearing

nearside front shocker leaking

Fail 13 Feb 2015 159,712 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front discs corroding /wearing

both rear tyres wearing and both front wearing

Pass 26 Feb 2014 151,222 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 139,475 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 138,991 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 126,593 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 126,593 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 107,224 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 88,484 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 68,627 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 50,974 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 50,974 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 44,568 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 36,617 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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DE02 XLJ is a 2002 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XLJ, 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 DE02 XLJ registered?

DE02 XLJ is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 23 May 2002.

Is DE02 XLJ safe to buy?

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