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FL53 NMX

2003 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,197 mi
Last recorded51,197 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 NMX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2013 51,197 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 47,520 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 47,500 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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)

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 42,609 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Oct 2010 37,453 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 32,807 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 27,831 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 12 Nov 2007 22,797 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 17,101 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 NMX is a 2003 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NMX, 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 FL53 NMX registered?

FL53 NMX is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is FL53 NMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL53 NMX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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