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FG53 DAA

2003 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

42,082 mi
Last recorded42,082 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 42,082 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2024 40,370 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 37,615 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 35,074 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 34,191 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 34,026 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 34,026 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 33,475 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 32,456 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 31,291 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 31,276 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 28,898 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 28,898 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 26,496 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 23,948 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 23,948 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 20,811 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 18,577 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 16,486 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 15,011 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 15,011 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 13,521 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 13,521 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2008 11,220 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 8,680 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 6,449 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 DAA is a 2003 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DAA, 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 DAA registered?

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

Is FG53 DAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 DAA shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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