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FL53 ZJX

2003 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,837 mi
Last recorded110,837 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2014 110,837 miles

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

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

front brake discs slightly corroded and lipped

offside rear tyre pressure low

rear exhaust rubber mount worn

Pass 20 Dec 2012 94,827 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 94,766 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 94,766 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 90,451 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 90,440 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

damage to rear quater panel and n/s door

front discs scored

Pass 6 Jul 2010 77,687 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 71,361 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 55,290 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 37,067 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 ZJX is a 2003 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 ZJX, 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 ZJX registered?

FL53 ZJX is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 4 October 2003.

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