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AJ03 VFX

2003 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

107,717 mi
Last recorded107,717 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 VFX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 107,717 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2018 107,717 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 105,077 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Exhaust rubber mount deteriorated

Pass 7 Apr 2016 99,694 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 92,182 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front exhaust clamp corroded

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 14 Apr 2015 92,182 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front exhaust clamp corroded

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 91,164 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 90,004 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 89,948 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 88,538 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 88,538 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 84,443 miles

Front pads getting low & discs slightly worn

Fail 6 Apr 2011 84,443 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Front pads getting low & discs slightly worn

Pass 12 Apr 2010 74,058 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 74,058 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 63,088 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 63,088 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 54,669 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 45,099 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 45,099 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2006 34,232 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 VFX is a 2003 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VFX, 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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AJ03 VFX is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 April 2003.

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