2002 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · SM52 HNJ
2002 Renault Clio (1.1L, petrol). First registered 12 Nov 2002. Recorded mileage 102,929 miles. MOT expired on 20 Feb 2024.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT CLIO
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Feb 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 102,929 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SM52 HNJ Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/02/2023
- 102,929 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SM52 HNJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Renault Clio (SM52 HNJ) between May 2022 and February 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 February 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
SM52 HNJ Mileage History
- 16/05/2022100,467 mi
- 20/05/2022100,469 mi+2 mi
- 21/02/2023102,929 mi+2,460 mi
Average of roughly 3,200 miles per year across 3 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: Below Average
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- Coil-pack and TDC-sensor starting faultsModerate
One of the best-known Clio Mk2 issues. Failing coil packs or crank/TDC sensors cause misfires, poor starting and occasional cut-outs.
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Front springs, top mounts and lower arms are regular MOT items on the Mk2, especially on cars that have lived on rough roads and cheap tyres.
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