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DX02 WXZ

2002 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

70,910 mi
Last recorded70,910 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX02 WXZ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2017 70,910 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 59,357 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2016 59,355 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 50,119 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 10 Jan 2015 50,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 28 Dec 2013 38,975 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 28 Dec 2013 38,975 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 37,694 miles

brake service

lowered suspension fitted

standard reg plates fitted time retest ???

Fail 10 Dec 2012 37,694 miles

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

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

brake service

lowered suspension fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2011 35,293 miles

Offside Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

brake service

lowered suspension fitted

Fail 20 Dec 2011 35,293 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Offside Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

brake service

lowered suspension fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2010 31,619 miles

n/s front tyre slight scuffing on outer wall

Fail 13 Dec 2010 31,611 miles

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

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

both front anti roll bar bushes spliting

n/s front tyre slight scuffing on outer wall

Pass 6 Jan 2010 29,465 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2010 29,463 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2009 25,684 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 21,923 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 21,923 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2007 18,854 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 15,573 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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DX02 WXZ is a 2002 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 WXZ, 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 DX02 WXZ registered?

DX02 WXZ is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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