2002 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · BT02 VKC
2002 Renault Clio (1.5L, diesel). First registered 16 Jul 2002. Recorded mileage 151,722 miles. MOT valid until 03 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT CLIO
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 151,722 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BT02 VKC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/09/2026
- 151,722 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BT02 VKC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Renault Clio (BT02 VKC) between August 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 27 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
BT02 VKC Mileage History
- 13/08/2024134,403 mi
- 20/08/2025141,280 mi+6,877 mi
- 20/08/2025141,280 mi
- 26/08/2026151,590 mi+10,310 mi
- 02/09/2026151,722 mi+132 mi
Average of roughly 8,431 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Renault Clio Mk2
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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