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EA52 LXS

2002 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

110,059 mi
Last recorded110,059 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 4 Feb 2021 110,059 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

brake servo corroded

rear exhaust bracket in poor condition.

slight oil leak

Fail 18 Jan 2021 110,040 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 106,402 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2020 106,402 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 96,934 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 88,230 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 16 Jan 2018 88,094 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2017 77,993 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1.6 mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Jan 2017 77,993 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1.6 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 70,810 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 62,632 miles

OSF Tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 25 Feb 2014 54,297 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 48,603 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 45,462 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 45,462 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Oct 2011 35,572 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2010 30,379 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 27,249 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 24,710 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 21,522 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 17,842 miles

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

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

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 LXS is a 2002 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 EA52 LXS, 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 EA52 LXS registered?

EA52 LXS is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is EA52 LXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA52 LXS shows 21 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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