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AJ53 OVU

2003 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

165,572 mi
Last recorded165,572 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 OVU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 165,572 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2015 160,705 miles

Centre stop lamp not working

Fail 5 Nov 2015 160,705 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Centre stop lamp not working

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Recommend it to be replaced (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 153,093 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 Nov 2014 153,093 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both head lamps opaque,only just passed test ,recommend their replaced

rear wiper blade split

Pass 19 Nov 2013 143,856 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 143,856 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

advanced corrosion to front exhaust clamp bolt recommend it to be replaced

advanced wear to rear exhaust mounting

unable to fully see front brake pads

Pass 14 Nov 2012 128,387 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 128,385 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 113,188 miles

the rear wiper blade is split

Fail 21 Nov 2011 113,188 miles

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

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

the rear wiper blade is split

Pass 24 Nov 2010 97,988 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 Nov 2010 97,988 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 85,339 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009 85,339 miles

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 70,367 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 70,367 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2007 56,297 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 42,050 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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AJ53 OVU is a 2003 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 AJ53 OVU, 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 AJ53 OVU registered?

AJ53 OVU is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 25 November 2003.

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