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FG53 SGZ

2003 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

86,999 mi
Last recorded86,999 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 SGZ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2018 86,999 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2017 86,929 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 84,040 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2016 84,029 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 78,185 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/55/15 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Nov 2015 78,185 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported rubber mounting all broken up (7.1.1)

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/55/15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 71,823 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 66,877 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2012 62,120 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 56,623 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2010 51,137 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2010 51,137 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 44,493 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 37,971 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 37,971 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 29,970 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 23,074 miles

brake discs lipped

brake pads down to 3mm thick

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 SGZ is a 2003 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 SGZ, 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 SGZ registered?

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

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