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FG53 CYX

2003 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

77,797 mi
Last recorded77,797 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 CYX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2017 77,797 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2016 68,173 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 61,171 miles

N/S/R Tyre worn.

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 7 Feb 2015 61,168 miles

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

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

N/S/R Tyre worn.

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 55,792 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 49,179 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Nov 2012 49,031 miles

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 41,748 miles

slight corrosion to inner surfaces of front brake discs

Fail 21 Oct 2010 37,466 miles

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

advise corrosion build up on front disc's inner surface's

Pass 21 Oct 2010 37,466 miles

advise corrosion build up on front disc's inner surface's

Pass 19 Oct 2009 32,752 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 32,739 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2008 27,087 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

both rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 19 Oct 2007 21,327 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2006 15,477 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 CYX is a 2003 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 CYX, 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 CYX registered?

FG53 CYX is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is FG53 CYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 CYX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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