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FL03 YJR

2003 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

44,782 mi
Last recorded44,782 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL03 YJR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 44,782 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2025 44,738 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 41,641 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 38,572 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 osf nsf (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 35,091 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 31,225 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 28,988 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 26,539 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 24,568 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 24,568 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested Incorrect image. (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 23,210 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 23,210 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 May 2016 21,650 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 21,650 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 19,664 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 19,664 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 4 Jun 2014 18,359 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 18,359 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 16,849 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 14,364 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 12,748 miles

cracks appearing on o/s/f n/s/f and nearside rear tyres on side walls and tread surfaces but not exposing plys

Pass 17 Jun 2010 10,872 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 10,872 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 9,043 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 9,043 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 6,819 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 5,648 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 4,503 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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FL03 YJR is a 2003 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FL03 YJR, 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 FL03 YJR registered?

FL03 YJR is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 17 April 2003.

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