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FJZ 3416

2003 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

123,857 mi
Last recorded123,857 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJZ 3416
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 123,857 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s repeater lens missing

serv light on

Pass 18 Sep 2013 114,507 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s side repeater lens missing

rear exhaust mount worn

top up engine oil before test

Fail 18 Sep 2013 114,507 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

o/s side repeater lens missing

rear exhaust mount worn

top up engine oil before test

Pass 18 Jul 2012 104,353 miles

front windscreen marked

offside rear coil spring incomplete but not impairing the function of the coil spring as it is only incomplete on the extreme end

Fail 18 Jul 2012 104,353 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

front windscreen marked

offside rear coil spring incomplete but not impairing the function of the coil spring as it is only incomplete on the extreme end

Fail 3 Jul 2012 104,233 miles

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

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

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

of side side repator cover missing

park brake leaver feels to be inscuer advise

Pass 13 Jul 2011 86,633 miles

Both rear flexi ferrels corroding

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

O/S side repeter lense cover missing

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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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FJZ 3416 is a 2003 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 FJZ 3416, 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 FJZ 3416 registered?

FJZ 3416 is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 24 March 2003.

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