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2003 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · GP53 ABF

GP53 ABF

2003 Renault Clio (1.1L, petrol). First registered 15 Dec 2003. Recorded mileage 83,796 miles. MOT expired on 25 Jul 2024.

Make & Model
RENAULT CLIO
Year / Origin
2003 · Canterbury
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 25 Jul 2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
83,796 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 25 Jul 2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2003
Engine
1149cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle holds a roadworthy status following its most recent significant pass on 27 July 2023 at 83,796 miles. The maintenance trend shows a period of instability where the car failed multiple tests within a single month before achieving a pass. While the final result indicates no outstanding defects, the history of immediate failures in July 2023 suggests that the vehicle required reactive remedial work to meet safety standards rather than being maintained on a consistent preventative schedule. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,643 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between the February 2022 test at 77,526 miles and the July 2023 tests at 83,796 miles, representing only 6,270 miles over springer months. This pattern indicates long periods of inactivity, which often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, such as way seals, hoses, and suspension bushes, despite the low overall odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity and braking assembly, as the record does not Detail the mechanical reasons for the previous failures. Given the vehicle's age and low usage, check for significant corrosion on the sills and rear mounting points, which are common on this era ofion. Inspect the braking system for seized own or corroded discs, as low-use vehicles frequently suffer from surface rust. Verify the condition of the suspension components for perished rubber to ensure the low mileage has not masked age-related material fatigue.
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GP53 ABF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/07/2023
  • 83,796 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (8 mentions)

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GP53 ABF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Sept 2026, 03:47
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Renault Clio (GP53 ABF) between February 2022 and July 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 27 July 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (8 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Steering (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))”.

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GP53 ABF Mileage History

  1. 01/02/202277,517 mi
  2. 02/02/202277,526 mi+9 mi
  3. 05/07/202383,786 mi+6,260 mi
  4. 27/07/202383,796 mi+10 mi
  5. 27/07/202383,796 mi

Average of roughly 4,239 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
25
/ 100 · Poor
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
! Older vehicle
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