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FD52 ETJ

2002 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

86,414 mi
Last recorded86,414 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 ETJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 86,414 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 85,550 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2024 85,550 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 84,653 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2023 84,653 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Sep 2022 83,549 miles

n/s wing mirror has tape holding it on

Pass 21 Sep 2021 82,318 miles

N/s wing mirror has tape holding it on on

Pass 18 Sep 2020 81,003 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 79,177 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 76,795 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 74,120 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 70,361 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 67,295 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 60,540 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 56,128 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 52,262 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 47,231 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 43,301 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 39,249 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 34,083 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 28,927 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 23,879 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 22,822 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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FD52 ETJ is a 2002 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 FD52 ETJ, 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 FD52 ETJ registered?

FD52 ETJ is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 7 November 2002.

Is FD52 ETJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD52 ETJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD52 ETJ have outstanding finance?

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