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FE03 ZBR

2003 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2017
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

99,347 mi
Last recorded99,347 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 ZBR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2016 99,347 miles

both rear brakes are binding slightly

Fail 28 Nov 2016 99,347 miles

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Steering locking device insecure offside track rod end lock nut is loose (2.2.C.1g) DANGEROUS

both rear brakes are binding slightly

Pass 1 Oct 2015 95,915 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 95,915 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.075 (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 1.05 (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 1.06 (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive 400 (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 91,427 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 89,774 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 89,512 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 81,833 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 81,832 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 76,869 miles

rear tyres cracking on side walls

Fail 1 Nov 2012 76,868 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

rear tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 31 Oct 2011 71,099 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 65,518 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 56,448 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 46,864 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 46,864 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

advise rear wiper blade torn off

Pass 3 May 2007 37,392 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 26,294 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 26,294 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 ZBR is a 2003 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZBR, 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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FE03 ZBR is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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