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FG53 CZE

2003 Renault Clio

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

72,375 mi
Last recorded72,375 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 CZE
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 72,375 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2026 72,375 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2025 70,665 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 64,760 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 60,185 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 60,185 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 55,075 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 52,015 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 49,579 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 49,574 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 47,713 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 45,883 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 43,384 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 40,999 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 38,781 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 19 Oct 2015 38,773 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both,worn (3.5.1i)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 35,657 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2014 35,653 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 33,078 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 30,932 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 27,918 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2011 27,917 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 25,270 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 22,600 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Oct 2008 19,452 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 15,173 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 10,425 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 CZE is a 2003 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CZE, 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 CZE registered?

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

Is FG53 CZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 CZE shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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