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AO03 MHZ

2003 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,570 mi
Last recorded103,570 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 103,570 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)

Fail 5 Jun 2017 103,569 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 100,238 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 92,085 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 85,375 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 85,375 miles

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Slight play to both sides inner rack joint

Pass 9 Jan 2013 74,807 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 63,767 miles

centre rear stop light dim

Fail 29 Dec 2011 63,767 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

centre rear stop light dim

Pass 29 Dec 2010 52,990 miles

Different speed ratings fitted on rear axle

Fail 29 Dec 2010 52,990 miles

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Different speed ratings fitted on rear axle

Pass 26 Jan 2010 41,685 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 34,712 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 28,443 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 22,690 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2006 17,312 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 MHZ is a 2003 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MHZ, 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 AO03 MHZ registered?

AO03 MHZ is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 10 April 2003.

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