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EJ02 DLN

2002 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

35,104 mi
Last recorded35,104 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ02 DLN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 35,104 miles

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 15 May 2025 35,067 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 May 2024 31,732 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 31,732 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2023 28,764 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

high level stop light inop

n/s/r tyre distorted

Fail 15 May 2023 28,764 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Spare tyre defective low pressure ()

high level stop light inop

n/s/r tyre distorted

Pass 10 May 2022 26,626 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 24,242 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 21,094 miles
Fail 19 May 2020 21,094 miles

Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 18,265 miles

unable to check condition of brake pads

Pass 14 May 2018 14,885 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 11,150 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 6,351 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 6,257 miles

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

n/s and o/s front tyres cracking on side walls and in tread

n/s rear tyre cracking on side wall and tread

Pass 15 May 2014 6,111 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 5,906 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 5,904 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 2 May 2012 5,779 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 5,611 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 5,243 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 4,995 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 4,632 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2008 4,632 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 4,327 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 3,961 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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EJ02 DLN is a 2002 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EJ02 DLN, 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 EJ02 DLN registered?

EJ02 DLN is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 6 June 2002.

Is EJ02 DLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ02 DLN shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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