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AF03 XES

2003 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

44,229 mi
Last recorded44,229 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 XES
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2016 44,229 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside and nearside fronts worn on inner tread (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Feb 2016 44,224 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside and nearside fronts worn on inner tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 34,832 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 31,721 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 29,228 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust mounting deteriorated

Fail 27 Feb 2013 29,228 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust mounting deteriorated

Pass 24 Feb 2012 26,820 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear tyres badley deteriorated

Pass 4 Mar 2011 24,893 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 22,604 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 19,877 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 16,989 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 16,989 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 14,171 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2007 14,171 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 10,943 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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AF03 XES is a 2003 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AF03 XES, 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.

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What year was AF03 XES registered?

AF03 XES is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 16 March 2003.

Is AF03 XES safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 XES shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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