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GP53 VVW

2004 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

119,284 mi
Last recorded119,284 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2012
Typical for 2004 Renault Clio61,492 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 VVW
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2012 119,284 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 106,759 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 106,759 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 75,092 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2010 75,092 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2009 63,756 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2009 63,756 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 57,196 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2008 57,196 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2007 46,369 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2007 46,369 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2006 35,427 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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GP53 VVW is a 2004 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2004 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 61,492 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 GP53 VVW, 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 22 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GP53 VVW registered?

GP53 VVW is a 2004 Renault Clio, first registered on 2 January 2004.

Is GP53 VVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP53 VVW shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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