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AM53 HLU

2003 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,451 mi
Last recorded58,451 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 HLU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 58,451 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 56,925 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 53,961 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 53,317 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2022 53,317 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 51,874 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2021 51,874 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 57,453 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 49,710 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 47,221 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 39,760 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 39,760 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 37,357 miles

Nearside Rear 195/50/15 rears fitted 195/45/16 Fronts fitted All time of test

Offside Rear 195/50/15 rears fitted 195/45/16 Fronts fitted All time of test

centre exhaust rubber in poor condition

under trays fitted

Offside Front wheel arch cover inscure

Fail 22 Nov 2016 37,317 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm out of shape (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm out of shape (4.1.E.1)

centre exhaust rubber in poor condition

under trays fitted

Offside Front wheel arch cover inscure

Pass 6 Nov 2015 31,622 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 24,642 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 21,271 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 21,258 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 15,388 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Nov 2011 10,859 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Nov 2010 10,037 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 9,415 miles

Border at top of front and rear number plates appears close to new requirements of minimum margins of 11mm

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 9,353 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 8,742 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 8,162 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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AM53 HLU is a 2003 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AM53 HLU, 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 AM53 HLU registered?

AM53 HLU is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is AM53 HLU safe to buy?

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