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FH51 VJJ

2002 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

102,959 mi
Last recorded102,959 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2021
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH51 VJJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2021 102,959 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2021 102,908 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2020 95,019 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

o/s headlamp reflector

o/s wiper insecure

poor image n/s headlamp

Fail 23 Jan 2020 94,852 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

o/s wiper insecure

poor image n/s headlamp

Pass 15 Jan 2019 88,833 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2018 85,446 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 81,593 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 74,881 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 69,915 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 64,037 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 57,212 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 52,704 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2011 49,491 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 45,349 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 42,244 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 38,331 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 33,328 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2006 27,831 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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FH51 VJJ is a 2002 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 FH51 VJJ, 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 FH51 VJJ registered?

FH51 VJJ is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 14 January 2002.

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