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EA02 EFO

2002 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

144,425 mi
Last recorded144,425 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA02 EFO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2017 144,425 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 144,425 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 131,906 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear exhaust mount deteriorated

Unable to see front disc pads

Fail 4 Aug 2016 131,903 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Rear exhaust mount deteriorated

Unable to see front disc pads

Pass 17 Aug 2015 123,246 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 15 Jul 2014 112,593 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

oil leak from n/s diff seal

Fail 6 Jul 2013 103,237 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 103,237 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 100,156 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 100,151 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 96,669 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 96,652 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jul 2010 92,467 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 92,467 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 89,328 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 84,876 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 84,876 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 May 2007 73,536 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 73,374 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

centre stop light not working

Pass 18 May 2006 60,149 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 60,149 miles

Nearside Front Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 May 2005 46,277 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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EA02 EFO is a 2002 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 EA02 EFO, 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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EA02 EFO is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 May 2002.

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