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DN51 NJZ

2002 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,558 mi
Last recorded54,558 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2014
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN51 NJZ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2014 54,558 miles

Lift in both front strut tops

N/S/R seat belt not checked as childs seat fitted

Signs of grease around N/S Cv boot

Fail 26 Nov 2014 54,558 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake discs are in a very poor state

Lift in both front strut tops

N/S/R seat belt not checked as childs seat fitted

Signs of grease around N/S Cv boot

N/S/F tyre is worn smooth on the edges and close to the cords

O/S/F tyre is worn smooth on the inside edge and close to the cords 185/55/15

Pass 27 Nov 2013 47,623 miles

Front brake discs are in a poor state

Movement in both front strut top mounts

N/S/R seat belt not checked as childs seat fitted

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 26 Nov 2013 47,623 miles

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

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

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake discs are in a poor state

Movement in both front strut top mounts

N/S/R seat belt not checked as childs seat fitted

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 39,584 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2012 39,574 miles

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

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 38,707 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 38,707 miles

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

Nearside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

front brake imbalance.

Pass 4 Jan 2011 36,815 miles

front brake discs corroded (border pass).

front brake grab.

front brake imbalance.

slight bind on n/s rear brake.

Pass 4 Jan 2010 34,564 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 34,564 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2008 32,085 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 29,153 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 26,328 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

front and rear tyres have cracked sidewalls but no ply or cords exposed.

Pass 5 Jan 2006 24,081 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

offside and nearside front tyres starting to crack on outer walls

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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DN51 NJZ is a 2002 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DN51 NJZ, 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 DN51 NJZ registered?

DN51 NJZ is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 7 January 2002.

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