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FG03 DXJ

2003 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

107,929 mi
Last recorded107,929 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 DXJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2013 107,929 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 107,922 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

bonnet safty catch seized

Pass 19 Nov 2010 103,041 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear discs pitted & worn

Fail 25 Oct 2010 102,850 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Stromg advise rear discs badly corroded and worn but efficiency not affected

Pass 20 Oct 2009 95,742 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 95,740 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2008 82,324 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 58,475 miles

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

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 58,475 miles

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

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2006 28,295 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

exhaust repaired by welding

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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FG03 DXJ is a 2003 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FG03 DXJ, 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 FG03 DXJ registered?

FG03 DXJ is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 22 April 2003.

Is FG03 DXJ safe to buy?

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