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FE03 DYW

2003 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

71,849 mi
Last recorded71,849 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 DYW
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2021 71,849 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 67,853 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement backbush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2020 67,851 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement backbush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 63,407 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 51,620 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Jun 2018 51,620 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 43,429 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 40,233 miles

creak from steering rack

Fail 1 Jun 2016 40,233 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

creak from steering rack

Pass 23 May 2015 35,738 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 23 May 2015 35,738 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 May 2014 31,332 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

front wipers are smearing

oil residue on the engine

small damage to rear number plate

Pass 25 May 2013 26,941 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

o/s/r tyre worn on the outter edge

small damage to rear number plate

Pass 1 Jun 2012 22,257 miles

small damage to rear number plate

wheel trims fitted

Fail 1 Jun 2012 22,257 miles

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

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

wheel trims fitted

small damage to rear number plate

Pass 17 Jun 2011 19,233 miles

underside of vehicle corroding

Fail 17 Jun 2011 19,233 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

underside of vehicle corroding

Pass 14 Jun 2010 17,754 miles

uneven wear nearside rear tyre

Pass 1 Jun 2009 15,513 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 13,365 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 11,302 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 9,191 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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FE03 DYW is a 2003 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FE03 DYW, 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 FE03 DYW registered?

FE03 DYW is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 18 July 2003.

Is FE03 DYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE03 DYW shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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