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FM53 FPV

2003 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

100,531 mi
Last recorded100,531 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 FPV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2015 100,531 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 92,628 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 86,158 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2013 81,744 miles

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

coolant level low

corrosion to exhaust

damage to rear number plate

n/s/f anti roll bar linkage bush split

oil residue on the engine

slight play in n/s/f ball joint

slight play in n/s/f steering

slight play in o/s/f steering

Fail 15 May 2013 81,744 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

coolant level low

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to front brake discs

damage to rear number plate

n/s/f anti roll bar linkage bush split

oil residue on the engine

slight play in n/s/f ball joint

slight play in n/s/f steering

slight play in o/s/f steering

Pass 16 May 2012 71,344 miles

Irregular wear to inner edge - OSR tyre

Fail 16 May 2012 71,344 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Irregular wear to inner edge - OSR tyre

Pass 17 Jun 2011 63,700 miles

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

n/s/r tyre startin to crack / perished

Fail 17 Jun 2011 63,700 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/r tyre startin to crack / perished

Pass 17 Jun 2010 55,198 miles

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

wheel studs not checked, covers fitted

Fail 17 Jun 2010 55,198 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

wheel studs not checked, covers fitted

Fail 17 Jun 2009 48,623 miles

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

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

engine management warning lamp lit

wheel studs not checked, covers fitted

Pass 17 Jun 2009 48,623 miles

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

engine management warning lamp lit

wheel studs not checked, covers fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2008 39,673 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 19,856 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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FM53 FPV is a 2003 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FM53 FPV, 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 FM53 FPV registered?

FM53 FPV is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is FM53 FPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 FPV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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