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FE53 TFX

2003 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,837 mi
Last recorded99,837 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 TFX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2018 99,837 miles

eml illuminated

Fail 17 Oct 2016 99,615 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Jul 2015 90,054 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 90,054 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 77,131 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2014 77,130 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 67,279 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 67,110 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2012 63,351 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2011 57,621 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 49,105 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 39,702 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 31,302 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 23,891 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 23,891 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2006 15,713 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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FE53 TFX is a 2003 Renault Clio in Black 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 FE53 TFX, 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 FE53 TFX registered?

FE53 TFX is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is FE53 TFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE53 TFX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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