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FA02 FCF

2002 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

77,307 mi
Last recorded77,307 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2019
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA02 FCF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2019 77,307 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 13 Dec 2019 77,307 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 65,420 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 65,420 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 58,915 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2017 58,915 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 50,551 miles

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

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

Slight play in both inner steering arms

Unable to fully see front brake pads

Wipers smearing slightly

Fail 1 Oct 2015 50,551 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Slight play in both inner steering arms

Unable to fully see front brake pads

Wipers smearing slightly

Pass 30 Oct 2014 43,421 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 31,423 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 31,030 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 29,597 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 27,728 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2011 27,728 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2010 25,972 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 25,972 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 23,329 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 23,329 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 20,551 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 18,062 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 18,062 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2006 15,183 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2005 11,409 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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FA02 FCF is a 2002 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 FA02 FCF, 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 FA02 FCF registered?

FA02 FCF is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 8 July 2002.

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