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EF02 SXL

2002 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

43,931 mi
Last recorded43,931 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2014
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF02 SXL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2014 43,931 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2014 43,931 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

altermator belt worn

Pass 22 Aug 2013 40,809 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 40,806 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 39,724 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 39,721 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 37,239 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 372,354 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 34,785 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 34,781 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2009 30,734 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 26,111 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 23,871 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 23,867 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 SXL is a 2002 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 EF02 SXL, 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 EF02 SXL registered?

EF02 SXL is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 24 July 2002.

Is EF02 SXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF02 SXL shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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