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DX52 TXJ

2002 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

101,308 mi
Last recorded101,308 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2014
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2014 101,308 miles

Nearside front wiper blade starting to split.

Nearside rear tyre out of shape on inner edge.

Possible puncture in offside rear tyre.

Pass 18 Sep 2013 93,008 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2013 93,001 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 88,724 miles

***ROAD TAX EXPIRED--(08-12)***

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear brake discs slightly rusty

nail in n/s/rear tyre

Pass 16 Aug 2011 84,592 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

slight blow from rear ex bracket

Fail 12 Aug 2011 84,498 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 79,385 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 79,384 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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

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

bonnet catch prone to malfunction

Fail 16 Sep 2009 73,716 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 73,716 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 67,744 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 60,086 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 50,145 miles

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

both wiper blades worn

hazard switch faulty

spare wheel not present

Pass 5 Sep 2005 44,369 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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DX52 TXJ is a 2002 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol 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 DX52 TXJ, 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 DX52 TXJ registered?

DX52 TXJ is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is DX52 TXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX52 TXJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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