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FD03 VZC

2003 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,992 mi
Last recorded30,992 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 VZC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 30,992 miles

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2025 29,810 miles

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front top mounts worn (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 8 May 2024 28,596 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 28,596 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2023 27,669 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 26,672 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 25,901 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 25,901 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 4 May 2020 25,266 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

brake servo corroded

Pass 3 May 2019 23,423 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 22,377 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 21,899 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 21,351 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 20,996 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 19,678 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 18,197 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 18,197 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2012 16,816 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 15,218 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 13,699 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 12,279 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 10,715 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 8,757 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 6,904 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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FD03 VZC is a 2003 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FD03 VZC, 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 FD03 VZC registered?

FD03 VZC is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is FD03 VZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD03 VZC shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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