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FN03 TMV

2003 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,340 mi
Last recorded70,340 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Clio61,361 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2017 70,340 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 15 Mar 2017 70,261 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Mar 2016 62,570 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 61,538 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2014 60,961 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 60,961 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 59,471 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 59,471 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 56,563 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 49,404 miles

front brake discs worn

Pass 10 Mar 2010 43,547 miles

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

rear number plate deteriorating

slight imbalance to front brakes

Pass 11 Mar 2009 37,661 miles

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Fail 11 Mar 2009 37,661 miles

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

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 11 Mar 2008 32,017 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 8 Mar 2007 26,706 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

rear number plate loose

Pass 8 Mar 2007 26,706 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

rear number plate loose

Fail 9 Mar 2006 19,555 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2006 19,555 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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FN03 TMV is a 2003 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 FN03 TMV, 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 FN03 TMV registered?

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

Is FN03 TMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN03 TMV shows 18 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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