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DY02 SFX

2002 Renault Clio

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

132,514 mi
Last recorded132,514 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2013
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY02 SFX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 Mar 2013 132,514 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

secondary bonnet catch seized

Pass 29 Mar 2012 119,986 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

air bag warning light is on

centre rear seat belt buckle sticking

Pass 26 Apr 2011 107,837 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

bonnet catch stiff

Fail 26 Apr 2011 107,837 miles

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

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

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

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

bonnet catch stiff

Pass 22 Apr 2010 85,925 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 85,925 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2009 74,271 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 65,100 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 65,100 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 47,376 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 47,268 miles

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

o/s/r tyre 3.0mm

Pass 21 Apr 2006 32,492 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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DY02 SFX is a 2002 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 DY02 SFX, 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 DY02 SFX registered?

DY02 SFX is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 25 March 2002.

Is DY02 SFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY02 SFX shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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