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AK03 XLS

2003 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

58,377 mi
Last recorded58,377 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 XLS
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2017 58,377 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 11 Dec 2017 58,377 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 50,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 7 Dec 2016 50,151 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 39,069 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Dec 2015 39,069 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) incorrectly routed (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2014 29,439 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 27,601 miles

water inside offside headlight

Pass 5 Mar 2013 25,066 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 23,381 miles

wiper blades worn but clear screen

Pass 1 Mar 2011 20,987 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 18,888 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 18,888 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 16,573 miles

nearside front tyre cut in side wall

Pass 14 Mar 2008 14,147 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 8,511 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 5,049 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 XLS is a 2003 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 XLS, 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 XLS registered?

AK03 XLS is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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The MOT history for AK03 XLS shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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