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FG53 CXJ

2003 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

70,968 mi
Last recorded70,968 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 CXJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 70,968 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear seat belts could not be checked

fuel flap missing

Fail 29 Nov 2020 70,846 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear seat belts could not be checked

fuel flap missing

Pass 4 Oct 2019 46,875 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 1 Oct 2019 46,771 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 41,515 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts starting to perish (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 41,515 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt torn in two peices (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts starting to perish (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 37,077 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2017 37,077 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 33,351 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 29,060 miles

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

Off side front tyre and near side rear tyre are perished and starting to split.

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

Pass 17 Oct 2014 24,535 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

near side rear tyre is getting perished

off side front tyre is getting perished

Pass 13 Sep 2013 19,195 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 19,195 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2012 18,883 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 18,883 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 18,550 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 17,974 miles

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

Surface cracking on near side front tyre.

Fail 18 Sep 2009 16,717 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 16,717 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 12,265 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 8,829 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 5,980 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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FG53 CXJ is a 2003 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 FG53 CXJ, 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 FG53 CXJ registered?

FG53 CXJ is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is FG53 CXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 CXJ shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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