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FM03 UDS

2003 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

69,018 mi
Last recorded69,018 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 UDS
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2015 69,018 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 68,442 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edge

Fail 8 Sep 2014 68,442 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edge

Pass 20 Aug 2013 66,552 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 66,552 miles

Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear wiper blade worn

Pass 13 Nov 2009 65,321 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 54,502 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s/f tyre has damage to outer sidewall

o/s/f tyre cracking on sidewall

oil leak from engine

tailpipe mounting splitting

Pass 22 Jun 2007 29,837 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2006 14,960 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 UDS is a 2003 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,598cc 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 FM03 UDS, 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 UDS registered?

FM03 UDS is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is FM03 UDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 UDS 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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