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FG53 SOC

2003 Renault Clio

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,021 mi
Last recorded131,021 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 SOC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 131,021 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn both (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 17 Jun 2017 131,021 miles

Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn both (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 124,133 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 119,929 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 109,934 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 101,308 miles

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

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 31 Oct 2012 92,835 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 84,150 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 84,012 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 75,672 miles

off side front tyre wearing close to 2mm

Pass 20 Nov 2009 68,322 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 61,741 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

near side rear tyre damaged on outer wall no ply/cord exposed

Pass 17 Nov 2008 61,741 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

near side rear tyre damaged on outer wall no ply/cord exposed

Pass 16 Nov 2007 53,076 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2006 45,287 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 SOC is a 2003 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SOC, 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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FG53 SOC is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 2 November 2003.

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