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FJ03 WLE

2003 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,789 mi
Last recorded34,789 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 WLE
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 34,789 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 34,619 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 34,377 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 34,377 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 34,121 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 33,934 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 33,650 miles

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both rears (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 33,535 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine cover fitted obscuring components

Fail 16 Apr 2019 33,533 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine cover fitted obscuring components

Pass 18 Apr 2018 33,381 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 33,381 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not working (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 33,150 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 32,395 miles

front roll bar outer bushes perished

rear wiper deteriorated

wipers judder across screen

Fail 20 Mar 2015 30,608 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 30,608 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 29,713 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 28,730 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 27,054 miles

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)

all tyres starting to perish on side walls

nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape on inner edge / wearing unevenly

Pass 16 Mar 2011 24,141 miles

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)

near side wiper rubber split

Pass 12 Mar 2010 22,004 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 19,129 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 15,740 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 11,502 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 8,135 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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FJ03 WLE is a 2003 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FJ03 WLE, 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

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What year was FJ03 WLE registered?

FJ03 WLE is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is FJ03 WLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ03 WLE shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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