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AO03 BLN

2003 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

85,762 mi
Last recorded85,762 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 BLN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 85,762 miles

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

clutch pedal rubber worn

Fail 12 Sep 2017 85,573 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

clutch pedal rubber worn

Pass 28 Oct 2016 80,704 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 78,673 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both - lenses in poor condition (1.7.5a)

Fail 2 Jun 2016 78,673 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both - lenses in poor condition (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 May 2015 71,213 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

nearside windscreen wiper slightly smearing

rear exhaust mounting slightly deteriorated but exhaust remains secure

Fail 28 May 2015 71,188 miles

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

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

nearside windscreen wiper slightly smearing

rear exhaust mounting slightly deteriorated but exhaust remains secure

Pass 9 Jun 2014 59,371 miles

N/S/F TYRE WEARING LOW

Pass 10 Aug 2013 54,422 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2013 54,422 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 47,700 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 47,700 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 39,618 miles

naerside rear tyre walls, showing signs of perishing.

Pass 2 Sep 2010 36,506 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 35,137 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 29,900 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 29,896 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 25,357 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 21,191 miles

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

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

n/s/r tyre has a nail in tread

Pass 28 Mar 2006 15,482 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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AO03 BLN is a 2003 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AO03 BLN, 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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AO03 BLN is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 14 April 2003.

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