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FL53 NPN

2003 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

101,152 mi
Last recorded101,152 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 NPN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2015 101,152 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 89,168 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 76,646 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 62,992 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)

Pass 16 May 2011 525,126 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 52,121 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

offside front steering arm has slight play

Pass 1 Oct 2007 42,302 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2006 21,477 miles

vt32 issued

Fail 31 Aug 2006 21,477 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear 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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FL53 NPN is a 2003 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NPN, 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 NPN registered?

FL53 NPN is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is FL53 NPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL53 NPN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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