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FE53 TYF

2003 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

95,599 mi
Last recorded95,599 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Jun 2015 95,599 miles

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

n/s/r spring corroded

wheel caps fitted alround

Pass 30 Jun 2015 95,599 miles

n/s/r spring corroded

wheel caps fitted alround

Pass 12 Jul 2014 83,401 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 73,456 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 65,151 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 55,775 miles

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

front brake discs corroded and in poor condition

Fail 12 Aug 2011 55,664 miles

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

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

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

front brake discs corroded and in poor condition

Pass 13 Aug 2010 48,883 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 48,883 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2009 45,671 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 39,172 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 30,218 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 22,699 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 TYF is a 2003 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 TYF, 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 TYF registered?

FE53 TYF is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is FE53 TYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE53 TYF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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