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FD52 MFU

2002 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

93,830 mi
Last recorded93,830 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 MFU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2016 93,830 miles

Rear exhaust bracket broken but system still supported

Pass 26 Jan 2015 93,423 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2015 93,412 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 85,655 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 85,655 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 80,241 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 79,637 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 72,786 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 72,786 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2010 70,291 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2010 70,291 miles

Offside Front Brake hose kinked (3.6.B.4b)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 65,447 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2009 65,447 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 56,293 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2006 43,863 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2005 36,466 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 MFU is a 2002 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 MFU, 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 FD52 MFU registered?

FD52 MFU is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 25 November 2002.

Is FD52 MFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD52 MFU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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