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FM03 XOJ

2003 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

100,988 mi
Last recorded100,988 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 XOJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2018 100,988 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 96,896 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak ()

Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

coil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

front exhaust flexi in poor condition

Pass 19 May 2017 87,027 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened Base of servo. (3.6.A.2b)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output N/S & O/S Headlight lenses tarnished but light output & aims still ok. (1.7.5a)

N/S & O/S/Rear wheel bearings slightly noisy but not rough when rotated.

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Boot floor & underside of vehicle damaged/distorted but not effecting prescribed areas or vehicle strength.

Rear exhaust rubber deteriorated but exhaust system still secure.

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim All inner wheel rims. (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 18 May 2017 87,027 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour Lamp unit broken, stop lamp would also be showing white light to the rear but not working at time of test. (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened Base of servo. (3.6.A.2b)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output N/S & O/S Headlight lenses tarnished but light output & aims still ok. (1.7.5a)

N/S & O/S/Rear wheel bearings slightly noisy but not rough when rotated.

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Boot floor & underside of vehicle damaged/distorted but not effecting prescribed areas or vehicle strength.

Nearside Rear Fog lamp & position lamp slightly effected by indicator operation.

Rear exhaust rubber deteriorated but exhaust system still secure.

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim All inner wheel rims. (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 75,539 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

deterioration to rear silencer mounting rubber

Fail 6 Aug 2015 75,539 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

deterioration to rear silencer mounting rubber

Pass 7 Aug 2014 70,215 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 7 Aug 2014 70,215 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

some noise from ns rear wheel bearing

Pass 7 Aug 2013 65,698 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both front tyres wearing low and slight wear to inner edge of os front tyre

exhaust rear silencer mounting deteriorating

Fail 16 Aug 2012 62,803 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

exhaust rear silencer mounting deteriorated

Pass 16 Aug 2012 62,803 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

exhaust rear silencer mounting deteriorated

Pass 19 Aug 2011 59,351 miles

hand brake travel

off side rear wheel damaged inner

rear exhaust mount in poor condition

Pass 5 Aug 2010 51,297 miles

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

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

freeplay in parking brake lever - requires attention soon

temp repair to hazard waring light switch

Pass 4 Aug 2009 45,777 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

crack in front number plate and water damage to rear

Pass 9 Jul 2008 51,316 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 33,409 miles

minor cut to nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

offside rear tyre slightly cracked

Pass 8 Jul 2006 27,138 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 XOJ is a 2003 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 XOJ, 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 FM03 XOJ registered?

FM03 XOJ is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 18 July 2003.

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