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AK03 UVV

2003 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

98,722 mi
Last recorded98,722 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 UVV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 98,722 miles

n/s/r tyre showing approx 2.3mm tread in places

o/s/r tyre showing approx 2.5mm tread in places

slight play in BOTH front strut top mounts when vehicle is jacked

Pass 5 Feb 2025 95,149 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2025 95,143 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended not connected at lower fixing point (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended not connected at lower fixing point (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 93,245 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 91,406 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 90,717 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 88,975 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 84,488 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 80,939 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 75,351 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 71,674 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 71,674 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 67,789 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 67,789 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 63,091 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 57,711 miles

Front wiper blades split on ends

Pass 30 Aug 2013 50,884 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Aug 2013 50,838 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 39,757 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED/PITTED.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

REAR BRAKE DISCS HEAVILY CORRODED.

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 34,608 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES UNEVENLY WORN & "CHUNKING" AROUND INNER EDGES.

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

Fail 26 Mar 2011 34,601 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

BOTH REAR TYRES UNEVENLY WORN & "CHUNKING" AROUND INNER EDGES.

Front brake discs corroded, especialy inner faces

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

REAR BRAKE DISCS HEAVILY CORRODED.

Pass 25 Mar 2010 32,434 miles

Front and rear brake discs very poor condition.

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

Fail 25 Mar 2010 32,434 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Front and rear brake discs very poor condition.

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 29,894 miles

Both rear tyres have uneven wear/"stepping".

Front and rear brake discs corroding.

Pass 20 Mar 2008 26,780 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 22,380 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Front brake discs very poor condition on inside faces.

Fail 27 Mar 2007 22,380 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Front brake discs very poor condition on inside faces.

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 16,261 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 16,261 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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AK03 UVV is a 2003 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 AK03 UVV, 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 AK03 UVV registered?

AK03 UVV is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 8 April 2003.

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