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FJ03 XBD

2003 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,714 mi
Last recorded68,714 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 XBD
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2014 68,714 miles

EML on

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

windscreen has surface scratches

Pass 27 Jun 2013 58,726 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 47,348 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 47,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 2 Oct 2010 39,185 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2010 39,185 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 33,816 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Rear number plate starting to delaminate

Fail 9 Sep 2009 33,815 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Rear exhaust backbox hanger rubber parcially split and deteriorating with age

Rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 11 Jul 2008 28,267 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 28,267 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2007 21,550 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2006 14,184 miles

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

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 XBD is a 2003 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XBD, 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 XBD registered?

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

Is FJ03 XBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ03 XBD shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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