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AK53 FBL

2003 Renault Clio

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

83,124 mi
Last recorded83,124 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 FBL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2013 83,124 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 83,124 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 73,589 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 59,845 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 49,949 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 Sep 2010 49,949 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Sep 2009 44,274 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 37,979 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 37,979 miles

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 30,500 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 22,104 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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AK53 FBL is a 2003 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AK53 FBL, 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 AK53 FBL registered?

AK53 FBL is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is AK53 FBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 FBL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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