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FH52 HTF

2003 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2017
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH52 HTF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2016

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear exhaust support deteriated.

Pass 12 Dec 2015

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both fronts (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint ### STRONG ADVISE ##### (2.4.G.2)

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

front cross member damaged

Fail 11 Dec 2015

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both fronts (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint ### STRONG ADVISE ##### (2.4.G.2)

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

front cross member damaged

Pass 8 Dec 2014

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 1 Dec 2014

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 83,964 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 82,164 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2012 82,164 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 76,021 miles

slight gearbox oil leak

Pass 5 Jan 2010 70,265 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 70,265 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Battery insecure

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2008 60,995 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2008 60,853 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

slight play hub/steering area

Pass 1 Dec 2007 47,028 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2007 47,028 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 29 Nov 2006 33,363 miles

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

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

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

windscreen scratched

Pass 29 Nov 2006 33,363 miles

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

windscreen scratched

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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FH52 HTF is a 2003 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FH52 HTF, 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 FH52 HTF registered?

FH52 HTF is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 February 2003.

Is FH52 HTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH52 HTF shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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