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FN03 FFP

2003 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,059 mi
Last recorded41,059 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN03 FFP
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 41,059 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Mar 2026 41,056 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring broken (1.6 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 39,661 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Mar 2025 39,660 miles

Brake fluid contaminated Very discolored (1.8 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 37,789 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Mar 2024 37,786 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring corroded and snapped (1.6 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 35,760 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant at thermostat area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Mar 2023 35,760 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant at thermostat area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure Replaced mounting (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 33,817 miles

Nearside Rear outerside 3mm

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 31,848 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 30,436 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2020 30,434 miles

Exhaust system insecure rear mount split (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 26,981 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 24,138 miles

Offside Rear tyre slightly perished

front brakes have slight imbalence

Pass 8 Mar 2017 20,615 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 18,036 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 17,972 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 14,156 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 11,650 miles

re-moulded tyres fitted to th front of vehicle when presented

Pass 20 Mar 2013 10,872 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 10,078 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 9,300 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 8,289 miles

ADVISE SMLL CUT IN N/S/F TYRE WALL

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Mar 2009 7,413 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 6,707 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 5,865 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 5,027 miles

nail in tyre

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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FN03 FFP is a 2003 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 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 FN03 FFP, 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 FN03 FFP registered?

FN03 FFP is a 2003 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is FN03 FFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN03 FFP shows 27 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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