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DX02 VLZ

2002 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

77,372 mi
Last recorded77,372 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2013
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX02 VLZ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2013 77,372 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 70,059 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 69,979 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 64,287 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 64,287 miles

Brake lever locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 58,441 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2010 58,431 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 53,210 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 53,090 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 46,850 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 39,717 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 31,906 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 31,906 miles

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

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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DX02 VLZ is a 2002 Renault Clio in Blue 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 DX02 VLZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX02 VLZ registered?

DX02 VLZ is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is DX02 VLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX02 VLZ shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX02 VLZ have outstanding finance?

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