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AK53 NYN

2003 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

106,714 mi
Last recorded106,714 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 NYN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 106,714 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 105,675 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 104,328 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 101,836 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 95,753 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 94,562 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 94,169 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

n/s/f shock absorber cover[bump stop] split

Pass 11 Oct 2018 93,350 miles

n/s/f bump stop splitting

slight leak o/s/f shock absorber

Fail 10 Oct 2018 93,349 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

n/s/f bump stop splitting

slight leak o/s/f shock absorber

Pass 4 Oct 2017 91,930 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 89,951 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 89,951 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 88,237 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2015 88,237 miles

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

Offside Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 86,759 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 84,890 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 83,724 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 83,724 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 82,035 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 82,035 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 79,758 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 79,758 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 76,068 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 76,068 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 68,812 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 57,834 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 42,819 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 NYN is a 2003 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 NYN, 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 NYN registered?

AK53 NYN is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is AK53 NYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 NYN shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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