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FL53 NJE

2003 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,740 mi
Last recorded63,740 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 NJE
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2017 63,740 miles

Offside Front fog lamp damaged

both front wiper blades split

Pass 3 Sep 2016 58,394 miles

Lower oil leak from gear box

Offside Front fog lamp glass cracked.

Pass 10 Sep 2015 55,962 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 5 Sep 2015 55,945 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 52,617 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 24 Aug 2013 49,544 miles

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

Nearside front tyre has slight scrub wear

Slight oil leak evident

Pass 5 Sep 2012 45,359 miles

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

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

slight oil leak

Fail 1 Sep 2012 45,298 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

slight oil leak

Pass 3 Sep 2011 41,141 miles

front brake discs slightly lipped and pads 85% worn approx

Fail 3 Sep 2011 41,141 miles

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

front brake discs slightly lipped and pads 85% worn approx

Pass 21 Aug 2010 38,205 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

front brake pads approx 80/85% worn and discs slightly lipped

recomend rear brake inspection

Pass 5 Sep 2009 35,459 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 32,132 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)

nearside rear tyre scrubbed on outer edge

small surface cut in nearside front tyre tread

Pass 25 Aug 2007 24,790 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 17,742 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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FL53 NJE is a 2003 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FL53 NJE, 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 FL53 NJE registered?

FL53 NJE is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is FL53 NJE safe to buy?

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