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FM03 LRU

2003 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

68,579 mi
Last recorded68,579 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 LRU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2013 68,579 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 63,136 miles

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

Oil leak

damage to offside drivers door

damage to offside rear side pannel

Fail 27 Jan 2012 63,132 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

serv light on

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Oil leak

air bag light on

damage to offside drivers door

damage to offside rear side pannel

Pass 25 Jan 2011 56,382 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Jan 2011 56,382 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 50,716 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 May 2008 45,260 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 45,260 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

both rear axle beam bushes starting to deteriorate

both rear tyres slightly out of shape

Pass 14 Apr 2007 31,078 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 15,527 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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FM03 LRU is a 2003 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 LRU, 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 LRU registered?

FM03 LRU is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 11 July 2003.

Is FM03 LRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 LRU shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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