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DX52 TXA

2002 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

69,694 mi
Last recorded69,694 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2012
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX52 TXA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2012 69,694 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 69,694 miles

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 54,708 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 43,503 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 43,453 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 34,913 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 32,155 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 32,137 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 28,657 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2007 28,657 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2006 26,389 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 4 Oct 2005 17,736 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2005 17,730 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake load sensing valve has been disconnected and was fitted as standard (3.6.E.2)

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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DX52 TXA is a 2002 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,998cc 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 DX52 TXA, 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

How do I check the history of DX52 TXA?

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What year was DX52 TXA registered?

DX52 TXA is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 8 September 2002.

Is DX52 TXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX52 TXA 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 DX52 TXA have outstanding finance?

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