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AO03 MKZ

2003 Renault Clio

Yellow Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,691 mi
Last recorded68,691 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 MKZ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2017 68,691 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 58,525 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 58,525 miles

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 50,036 miles

nearside front and rear tyres perished on edges

Fail 12 Jan 2015 50,036 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brake discs worn

nearside front and rear tyres perished on edges

Pass 16 Jan 2014 42,403 miles

o/s/f suspension top mount has some play.

Fail 16 Jan 2014 42,394 miles

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

o/s/f suspension top mount has some play.

Pass 10 Jan 2013 39,799 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 39,795 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 35,652 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 19 Jan 2012 35,649 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 31,386 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 31,386 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 28,792 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 27,512 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)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 23,708 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 18,908 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 14,831 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 MKZ is a 2003 Renault Clio in Yellow with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MKZ, 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 AO03 MKZ registered?

AO03 MKZ is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is AO03 MKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 MKZ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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