
£2,000 - £3,000
2003 RENAULT CLIO 172
United Kingdom • 12 Nov 2025 • Lot 30
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 2003 Renault Clio Sport 172 has very low mileage for its age at 72,000 miles, with the same owner for the last 17.5 years. It has MOT until September 2026, but the engine light is on and it needs a new cam belt soon.

Condition
6
Engine light on, cam belt needed.
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[Transmission]
Transmission:
[Chassis No]
Chassis No:
Odometer:
72,000 miles
FX53 AGV
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Make: RENAULT Model: CLIO 172 Registration: FX53 AGVEngine Size (cc): 1998Current Speedometer Reading: 72000Year of Manufacture: 2003Date First Registered: 16/09/2003MOT Expiry Date: 12/09/2026Current V5: YESLocation: PICKERINGYou can view from: Wednesday 5 November 2025 - Tuesday 11 November 2025.
Current V5 present.
Paperwork includes a Renault wallet containing Owner's Handbooks, a Service booklet containing 4 stamps, a current MOT certificate, a V11 tax reminder, and invoices.
The vendor has provided the following:
2003 Renault Clio Sport 172
Very low mileage for the year 72K
Same owner for the last 17 1/2 years (only done around 20k miles)
Engine light on due to timing slightly out, hence needs a new cam belt in the near future
MOT till September 2026
Points of note
£1,512
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£5,200
Median Price (Since 2020)
£12,113
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Sep 12 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
71,200 miles
Registration Date
2003-09-16
MOT History
Passed
On Sep 02 2025 with 71,200 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Minor:
- Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack. (2.1.5 (a))
- Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Front Engine nocking noise on ideal..(cam shaft pully ? )
Passed
On Sep 12 2024 with 70,368 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre section/cat flange (6.1.2 (a))
- Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Failed
On Sep 10 2024 with 70,367 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Minor:
- Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre section/cat flange (6.1.2 (a))
- Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Passed
On Sep 13 2023 with 69,487 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Failed
On Sep 07 2023 with 69,484 miles
There were 8 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect cloudy lens (4.1.2 (c))
- Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect cloudy lens (4.1.2 (c))
- Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Passed
On Sep 07 2022 with 68,363 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Minor:
- Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Advisory:
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Failed
On Sep 05 2022 with 68,359 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Minor:
- Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Advisory:
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On Sep 13 2021 with 67,085 miles
Failed
On Sep 08 2021 with 67,081 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Major:
- Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
Passed
On Sep 09 2020 with 66,064 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Minor:
- Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Failed
On Sep 08 2020 with 66,064 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Major:
- Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Minor:
- Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed
On Apr 08 2019 with 64,305 miles
Failed
On Apr 04 2019 with 64,305 miles
There were 10 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
- Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both lamps (4.1.4 (b))
- Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Passed
On Mar 28 2018 with 63,092 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- engine light on
Failed
On Mar 27 2018 with 63,088 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- engine light on
Passed
On Apr 06 2017 with 62,186 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Passed
On Feb 11 2016 with 61,064 miles
Failed
On Feb 11 2016 with 61,060 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
- Exhaust system not adequately supported centre bracket broken (7.1.1)
Passed
On Feb 06 2015 with 59,829 miles
Passed
On Feb 12 2014 with 58,163 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)
Passed
On Jan 21 2013 with 56,803 miles
Passed
On Jan 26 2012 with 55,397 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Oct 11 2010 with 53,945 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Oct 09 2009 with 52,631 miles
Failed
On Oct 07 2009 with 52,631 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
Passed
On Oct 03 2008 with 51,315 miles
Failed
On Oct 03 2008 with 51,315 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
Passed
On Oct 13 2007 with 44,021 miles
Passed
On Sep 02 2006 with 31,491 miles

