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FG03 XRX

2003 Renault Clio

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

86,339 mi
Last recorded86,339 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 XRX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2016 86,339 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2016 86,339 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2015 77,975 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 14 May 2015 77,975 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 May 2014 74,371 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 21 May 2014 74,362 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 May 2013 70,268 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 66,927 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 63,313 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 19 May 2011 63,313 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 59,519 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2009 55,567 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 55,567 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 20 May 2008 51,979 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2008 51,979 miles

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

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

Fail 22 May 2007 47,578 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 May 2007 47,578 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 43,404 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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FG03 XRX is a 2003 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 XRX, 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 FG03 XRX registered?

FG03 XRX is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is FG03 XRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG03 XRX shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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