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FD51 NJJ

2002 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2018
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

118,031 mi
Last recorded118,031 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 NJJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2017 118,031 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Jan 2017 118,021 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 116,219 miles

rear tyres low on edges

Fail 28 Apr 2016 116,219 miles

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

rear tyres low on edges

Pass 8 Dec 2014 112,505 miles

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

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front brake discs corroded on inner faces

exhaust clamp bolt weak

exhaust tail pipe rubber mount excessively deteriorated but still secure

Fail 25 Nov 2014 112,495 miles

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

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

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)

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

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

both front brake discs corroded on inner faces

exhaust clamp bolt weak

exhaust tail pipe rubber mount excessively deteriorated but still secure

Pass 8 Jan 2014 113,314 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 7 Jan 2014 113,313 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

front brake discs worn

Pass 12 Oct 2012 104,562 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Fail 12 Oct 2012 104,561 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 93,131 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 93,131 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

front brake discs in poor condition/worn

hazard switch faulty

Pass 19 Oct 2009 81,313 miles

offside front seat don't tip

Fail 19 Oct 2009 81,313 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

offside front seat don't tip

Fail 24 Sep 2008 72,447 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 72,447 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 62,229 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 47,387 miles

advise all tyres are low, nearside are lower than offside. †advise brake discs slightly pitted.

Pass 6 Oct 2005 37,693 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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FD51 NJJ is a 2002 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 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 FD51 NJJ, 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 FD51 NJJ registered?

FD51 NJJ is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 25 January 2002.

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