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EA52 LSL

2002 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

140,728 mi
Last recorded140,728 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA52 LSL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 140,728 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both ns and os 1855515 Michelin/falken (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Fail 30 Sep 2016 140,728 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both ns and os 1855515 Michelin/falken (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Sep 2015 128,350 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Sep 2015 128,350 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 115,428 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 103,150 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 103,150 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 94,133 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 86,604 miles

ft plate cond # nsr tyre valve cap # slight oil leakk

Fail 25 Oct 2011 86,604 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

ft plate cond # nsr tyre valve cap # slight oil leakk

Pass 26 Oct 2010 75,712 miles

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

ft plate os wiper cond

Fail 26 Oct 2010 75,712 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

ft plate os wiper cond

Pass 31 Oct 2009 66,475 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 55,951 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 45,864 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 36,300 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 27,481 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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EA52 LSL is a 2002 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 EA52 LSL, 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 EA52 LSL registered?

EA52 LSL is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 21 October 2002.

Is EA52 LSL safe to buy?

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