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AK52 SVG

2003 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,887 mi
Last recorded50,887 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 SVG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 50,887 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement btoh sides top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 22 May 2018 50,887 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement btoh sides top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 May 2017 50,218 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2017 50,216 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 16 May 2016 48,779 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Fail 16 May 2016 48,779 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 46,047 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 46,047 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 44,979 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 44,979 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 43,416 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

o/s/rear tyre cracked in tread edge(not to cord)

Pass 25 May 2011 37,666 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 37,666 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2010 31,798 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2009 28,286 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

front brake pads appear like they are starting to wear - unable to see clearly

nearside rear door does not open from outside

Pass 19 Jun 2008 25,549 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

rear number plate seperating

Pass 6 Mar 2007 18,813 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 14,949 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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AK52 SVG is a 2003 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 AK52 SVG, 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 AK52 SVG registered?

AK52 SVG is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 4 January 2003.

Is AK52 SVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 SVG shows 18 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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