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FM52 SFU

2003 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

81,076 mi
Last recorded81,076 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 SFU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2018 81,076 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2018 80,954 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 69,937 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 68,073 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 65,989 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 65,989 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2014 63,082 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 5 Dec 2014 63,079 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 58,190 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 54,180 miles

nearside front tyre worn perished and scrubbed on sidewall

offside front tyre worn/perished and scrubbed on sidewall

Fail 23 Jul 2012 54,180 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside front tyre worn perished and scrubbed on sidewall

offside front tyre worn/perished and scrubbed on sidewall

Pass 3 Aug 2011 49,744 miles

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

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

SERV fault light on

child seat fitted nearside front

passenger air bag disabled

Fail 30 Jul 2011 49,669 miles

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

passenger air bag disabled

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

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

SERV fault light on

child seat fitted nearside front

Pass 30 Jul 2010 44,726 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 41,021 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2009 40,972 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 37,385 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 31,865 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 26,987 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Fail 9 Aug 2006 26,987 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 22,822 miles

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

air bag warning lamp staying on

n/s front air bag has gone off and split front seat

Fail 20 Mar 2006 22,822 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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FM52 SFU is a 2003 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FM52 SFU, 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 FM52 SFU registered?

FM52 SFU is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 February 2003.

Is FM52 SFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM52 SFU shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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