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EA52 LYC

2002 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

55,574 mi
Last recorded55,574 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA52 LYC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 55,574 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 50,806 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

child seats fitted at rear

front headlights perished

Pass 22 Apr 2016 46,840 miles

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

both headlights fading

child seat fitted

steering inner joints has slight play

Pass 21 Apr 2015 43,332 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 40,169 miles

both front headlights fading

offside front mirror glass cracked

Pass 12 Apr 2013 36,069 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 33,034 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 29,356 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 28,050 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 27,106 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 25,393 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2006 21,073 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 21,073 miles

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

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 LYC is a 2002 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 LYC, 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 LYC registered?

EA52 LYC is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 October 2002.

Is EA52 LYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA52 LYC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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