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Renault Clio

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,149 cc

LX52 BYVMOT history

LX52 BYV is a red petrol Renault Clio first used on 10 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 59,125 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2025.

LX52 BYV red Renault Clio – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Clio, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2026
Mileage
59,125 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,116 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 BYV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Clio
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,149 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
10 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2026
Latest MOT test
23 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 BYV was last recorded at 59,125 miles on 23 May 2025, 336 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Nov 2008: 27,009 miles, lower than 28,828 miles on 29 Nov 2007.
  • 5 Jan 2023: 58,787 miles, lower than 98,232 miles on 29 Dec 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
58,789 miles · 6 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
336 miles
Average per year
2,116 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 59,125 miles
  • 2023 – 58,789 miles
  • 2021 – 98,232 miles
  • 2020 – 57,807 miles
  • 2019 – 57,109 miles
  • 2018 – 56,122 miles
  • 2017 – 54,951 miles
  • 2016 – 53,747 miles
  • 2015 – 52,644 miles
  • 2014 – 51,439 miles
  • 2013 – 49,990 miles
  • 2012 – 48,286 miles
  • 2011 – 43,202 miles
  • 2010 – 36,666 miles
  • 2009 – 31,532 miles
  • 2008 – 27,009 miles
  • 2007 – 28,828 miles
  • 2006 – 19,178 miles
  • 2005 – 17,855 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,125 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine oil level high
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Offside & nearside at spring base area (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll underside components coated in red primer

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 19 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,125 miles (+336)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    59,125 miles
    Test number
    129704987168
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level high
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Offside & nearside at spring base area (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll underside components coated in red primer

  2. Pass58,789 miles (+2)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    58,789 miles
    Test number
    987160599842
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Strut Mount Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail58,787 miles (-39,445)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,787 miles
    Test number
    124438016759
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Strut Mount Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass98,232 miles (+40,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    98,232 miles
    Test number
    653423873797
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail58,220 miles (+413)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,220 miles
    Test number
    956094308493
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer and inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass57,807 miles (+698)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    57,807 miles
    Test number
    602447485219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from wheel cylinder to rear hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Floor not fully secure inner sill starting to corrode (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass57,109 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    57,109 miles
    Test number
    948061048718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail57,097 miles (+975)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,097 miles
    Test number
    685783773936
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass56,122 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    56,122 miles
    Test number
    237102799817
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both front headlamps slightly corroded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear screen wash not working

  10. Fail56,113 miles (+1,162)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,113 miles
    Test number
    866214699919
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively torn (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both front headlamps slightly corroded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear screen wash not working

  11. Pass54,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    54,951 miles
    Test number
    223862451007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail54,951 miles (+1,204)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,951 miles
    Test number
    495481160866
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid front and rear (8.2.3)

  13. Pass53,747 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    53,747 miles
    Test number
    987194779607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail53,732 miles (+1,088)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,732 miles
    Test number
    637950590183
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass52,644 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    52,644 miles
    Test number
    701532975562
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Fail52,644 miles (+1,205)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,644 miles
    Test number
    553019166699
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass51,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    51,439 miles
    Test number
    398811864460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail51,439 miles (+1,449)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,439 miles
    Test number
    229361864214
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

  19. Pass49,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,990 miles
    Test number
    545981863272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,990 miles (+1,704)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,990 miles
    Test number
    337270563286
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass48,286 miles (+5,084)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    48,286 miles
    Test number
    807114612350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    43,202 miles
    Test number
    686676321300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail43,202 miles (+6,536)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,202 miles
    Test number
    827765021370
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass36,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    36,666 miles
    Test number
    400677420413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail36,666 miles (+5,134)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,666 miles
    Test number
    464147320333
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  26. Pass31,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    31,532 miles
    Test number
    203417929317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail31,532 miles (+4,523)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,532 miles
    Test number
    254497829378
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  28. Pass27,009 miles (-1,819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    27,009 miles
    Test number
    324879628304
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass28,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    28,828 miles
    Test number
    904353637392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail28,828 miles (+9,650)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,828 miles
    Test number
    413622337470
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

  31. Pass19,178 miles (+1,323)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    19,178 miles
    Test number
    522526396240
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteAir bag light on †both front tyre treads getting low

  32. Pass17,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    17,855 miles
    Test number
    632203025373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail17,855 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,855 miles
    Test number
    500203125369
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about LX52 BYV

Does LX52 BYV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 BYV expired on 22 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 BYV?
The MOT on LX52 BYV expired on 22 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 BYV done?
LX52 BYV was recorded at 59,125 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2025, an average of 2,116 miles a year.
Has LX52 BYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 BYV has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LX52 BYV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 24 Nov 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX52 BYV find?
LX52 BYV passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2025 with 4 advisories: engine oil level high; front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened offside & nearside at spring base area; offside front coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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