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AK53 MKF

2003 Renault Clio

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

71,314 mi
Last recorded71,314 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 MKF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2021 71,314 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 70,528 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2016 61,792 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 61,666 miles

oil weap

Nearside Front drop link deteriated

Nearside Front fog lamp cracked

Pass 15 Sep 2014 61,222 miles

n/s/f antiroll bar drop link deteriated

Fail 15 Sep 2014 61,222 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

n/s/f antiroll bar drop link deteriated

Pass 23 Sep 2013 59,463 miles

chip in screen

n/s/f antiroll bar drop link deteriated

Fail 17 Sep 2013 59,462 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

chip in screen

n/s/f antiroll bar drop link deteriated

Pass 19 Sep 2012 57,968 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 Sep 2012 57,968 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 56,523 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

near side rear tyre starting to perish both front brake disc corroed on inner faces

Pass 20 Sep 2010 54,696 miles

front brake discs corroding on inside edge

Fail 20 Sep 2010 54,696 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

front brake discs corroding on inside edge

Pass 23 Sep 2009 53,378 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 48,697 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Sep 2008 48,697 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front outer constant velocity joint gaiter securing clips beginning to split however gaiters still securely mounted

Pass 19 Sep 2007 43,087 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 36,400 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 MKF is a 2003 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 MKF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK53 MKF registered?

AK53 MKF is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AK53 MKF safe to buy?

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