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FM03 GNK

2003 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests30 (21 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

52,968 mi
Last recorded52,968 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 GNK
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

21 pass 9 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 52,968 miles

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

surface corrosion on front and rear suspension

Pass 5 Jun 2025 52,139 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2024 51,075 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside slight play in steering rack arm

Pass 8 Jun 2023 49,999 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

oil leak

Fail 8 Jun 2023 49,999 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2022 48,693 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2022 48,693 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 47,690 miles

Offside slight play in steering arm

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

Fail 8 Jun 2021 47,690 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside slight play in steering arm

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 47,092 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

oil leak from gearbox

Pass 20 Jun 2019 46,192 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 46,190 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top shocker mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front brake discs worn

Pass 14 Jun 2018 45,068 miles

Offside Rear fine crack on side wall tyre

front brake discs slightly worn

oil leak

Fail 14 Jun 2018 45,067 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear fine crack on side wall tyre

front brake discs slightly worn

oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2017 44,257 miles

Nearside wiper smear

front brake discs scored

oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2016 43,290 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres starting to crack

oil leak from gear box

Pass 19 Jun 2015 42,541 miles

oil leak

Fail 19 Jun 2015 42,541 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2014 41,535 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 40,579 miles

both front tyres worn to 2 mm

slight wear to front brake discs

Pass 7 Jun 2012 39,718 miles

both front tyres worn to 2 mm outer edges

passenger seat back wont tilt

Fail 17 Jun 2011 38,726 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres are getting low

slight oil leack around gearbox

Pass 17 Jun 2011 38,726 miles

both front tyres are getting low

slight oil leack around gearbox

Pass 11 Jun 2010 37,951 miles

very slight play to both front upper suspension mountings

Fail 11 Jun 2010 37,951 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

very slight play to both front upper suspension mountings

Pass 19 Jun 2009 36,688 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 35,493 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 34,016 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 32,553 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front brake discs worn

large scratch front screen

Pass 20 Jun 2006 32,553 miles

front brake discs worn

large scratch front screen

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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FM03 GNK is a 2003 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FM03 GNK, 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 FM03 GNK registered?

FM03 GNK is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 21 June 2003.

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