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FE53 TSZ

2003 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,458 mi
Last recorded103,458 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 TSZ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2015 103,458 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

anti slip rubbers on clutch & brake pedals worn

Fail 11 Apr 2015 103,273 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

anti slip rubbers on clutch & brake pedals worn

Pass 15 Apr 2014 97,682 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 91,162 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 15 Apr 2013 91,162 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 84,057 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 26 Aug 2010 77,743 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 69,821 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 69,816 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2008 64,853 miles

Nearside Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 58,735 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 55,863 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 TSZ is a 2003 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 TSZ, 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 FE53 TSZ registered?

FE53 TSZ is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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