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EF02 EFM

2002 Renault Clio

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

107,919 mi
Last recorded107,919 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF02 EFM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2016 107,919 miles

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 16 Jun 2016 107,713 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged Abs ring (3.4.2)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged Abs ring (3.4.2)

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

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 98,363 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2014 89,044 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Slight damage to rear bumper

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2014 89,044 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Slight damage to rear bumper

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2013 80,597 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 80,597 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 71,826 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 71,821 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2011 66,423 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 61,117 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 61,117 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 9 May 2009 55,248 miles

1st emission smoke test failed, emissions purged and retested, passed at 2nd attempt

front brake discs show rusting, advise replace at pad change

Pass 22 May 2008 49,605 miles

wipers split

Pass 1 Jun 2007 43,517 miles

Front brake pads wearing low

Pass 3 Jun 2006 36,306 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 36,306 miles

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

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

n/s/r tyre near limit

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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EF02 EFM is a 2002 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 EF02 EFM, 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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EF02 EFM is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 14 June 2002.

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