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A3 LYR

2003 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 2946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

54,223 mi
Last recorded54,223 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 LYR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,946cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 54,223 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 53,616 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 52,837 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 52,596 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2020 52,596 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 52,172 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 52,172 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2016 51,030 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2016 51,030 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag warning lamp on (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 49,234 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 49,234 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 46,825 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 46,825 miles

Driver's airbag missing (5.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 43,805 miles
Pass 31 May 2010 42,136 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 39,907 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 27,657 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 27,657 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 23,420 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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A3 LYR is a 2003 Renault Clio in Blue with a 2,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2003 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 61,361 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 A3 LYR, 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 23 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 A3 LYR registered?

A3 LYR is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is A3 LYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 LYR shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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