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FH52 TWC

2003 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

65,584 mi
Last recorded65,584 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH52 TWC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2017 65,584 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 65,536 miles

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

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp eyelevel (1.2.1f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 58,018 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 58,017 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 49,754 miles

passenger seat does not tilt to allow access to rear

Fail 8 Dec 2014 49,754 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

passenger seat does not tilt to allow access to rear

Pass 3 Jan 2014 39,726 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 37,000 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 35,870 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 34,436 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 34,436 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 32,758 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 30,663 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2008 30,663 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 28,939 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 26,891 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 24,703 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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FH52 TWC is a 2003 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc 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 FH52 TWC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FH52 TWC?

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What year was FH52 TWC registered?

FH52 TWC is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 3 January 2003.

Is FH52 TWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH52 TWC shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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