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FFZ 1486

2002 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

149,182 mi
Last recorded149,182 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFZ 1486
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 149,182 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2022 146,538 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 146,395 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 138,762 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 131,461 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 12,526 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 119,841 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 109,786 miles

both rear beam axle bushes unbonding

Pass 26 Mar 2011 98,562 miles

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 98,562 miles

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 92,920 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s front tyre has tyre damage to sidewall

Pass 16 Aug 2007 55,908 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 55,907 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 53,636 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 49,059 miles

1. exhaust centre section welded and in poor condition †2. front tyres worn on inner edges, on limit †3. front brake pads low †4. long handbrake travel

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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FFZ 1486 is a 2002 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FFZ 1486, 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 FFZ 1486 registered?

FFZ 1486 is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is FFZ 1486 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFZ 1486 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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