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FG53 CXO

2003 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

123,771 mi
Last recorded123,771 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 CXO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2020 123,771 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDES FRONT (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REAR (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL GREASED (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective WORN (6.1.2 (a))

The bonnet catch on these vehicles can be prone to malfunction if not properly maintained, slight stiffness that has not yet reached the point of MOT failure

Fail 28 Jan 2020 123,771 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDES FRONT (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REAR (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL GREASED (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDES FRONT LIGHT LENS DETERIORATED (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective WORN (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 114,140 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 5 Feb 2019 114,137 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases from center exhaust joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

center exhaust rubber rubber mounting worn but exhaust still secure

coolant on minimum

Pass 9 Feb 2018 103,380 miles

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

eml light on

rear wiper split

Fail 8 Feb 2018 103,380 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

eml light on

rear wiper split

Pass 25 Jan 2017 90,347 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 85,731 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 85,731 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 80,849 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 77,022 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 68,114 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 68,114 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 58,338 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 49,286 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 47,298 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 47,298 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front abs sensor rings contaminated with grease

Pass 19 Aug 2009 43,400 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 43,350 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

both front tyres showing signs of wear

Pass 21 Aug 2008 39,164 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 34,145 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 26,435 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 CXO is a 2003 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,390cc 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 CXO, 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 FG53 CXO registered?

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

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