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AB53 AMS

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Blue Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Renault Clio Diesel 1461cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 83,309 miles on the clock, averaging 5,536 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 dCi engine is known for crankshaft connecting rod bearings (main/rod bearings).

MOT & Mileage History for AB53 AMS

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,309
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
5,536

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading83,309 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,536
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AB53 AMS 22k37k53k68k83k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,309 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,309 miles
Since last MOT+7,678 miles
PASS
Mileage75,631 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,631 miles
Since last MOT+4,951 miles
PASS
Mileage70,680 miles
Since last MOT+7,610 miles
PASS
Mileage63,070 miles
Since last MOT+7,233 miles
PASS
Mileage55,837 miles
Since last MOT+7,587 miles
PASS
Mileage48,250 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,250 miles
Since last MOT+6,809 miles
PASS
Mileage41,441 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,441 miles
Since last MOT+6,225 miles
PASS
Mileage35,216 miles
Since last MOT+78 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,138 miles
Since last MOT+2,631 miles
PASS
Mileage32,507 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,499 miles
Since last MOT+2,772 miles
PASS
Mileage29,727 miles
Since last MOT+4,639 miles
PASS
Mileage25,088 miles
PASS
FAIL
Mileage22,164 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Renault Clio

These are the most commonly reported problems on Renault Clio models (1998–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Crankshaft connecting rod bearings (main/rod bearings)

Premature wear or failure due to oil starvation from poor circulation, manufacturing tolerances, or contaminated/delayed oil changes.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB53 AMS
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAB — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AB53 AMS

What car is AB53 AMS?

AB53 AMS is an blue Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.

What is the mileage of AB53 AMS?

The last recorded mileage for AB53 AMS was 83,309 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AB53 AMS passed its MOT?

AB53 AMS has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2017.

Is AB53 AMS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AB53 AMS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AB53 AMS?

AB53 AMS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.