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AJ03 VEF

2003 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,281 mi
Last recorded82,281 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 VEF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2015 82,281 miles

front A:B:S rings poor condition.

front brake discs slightly deteriorated.

Fail 10 Jul 2015 82,272 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front A:B:S rings poor condition.

front brake discs slightly deteriorated.

Pass 3 Jun 2014 80,436 miles

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

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

front susspension wishbone inner bushes deteroiated

Pass 3 May 2013 75,632 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 66,349 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

both front discs worn

Pass 25 Feb 2011 60,675 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 60,675 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 51,785 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 51,785 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 44,935 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 44,894 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2008 37,112 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 37,112 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 30,350 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2006 21,221 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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AJ03 VEF is a 2003 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AJ03 VEF, 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 AJ03 VEF registered?

AJ03 VEF is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 8 May 2003.

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The MOT history for AJ03 VEF shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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