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AF53 UTG

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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 13 (52% pass rate). It has 128,374 miles on the clock, averaging 5,382 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 AF53 UTG

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,374
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2006
52%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 13 failed

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

13

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
5,382

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading128,374 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,772
Average per year5,382
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AF53 UTG 35k58k81k105k128k '06'24'14

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage128,374 miles
Since last MOT+2,772 miles
PASS
Mileage125,602 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,602 miles
Since last MOT+1,943 miles
PASS
Mileage123,659 miles
Since last MOT+614 miles
PASS
Mileage123,045 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,043 miles
Since last MOT+6,544 miles
PASS
Mileage116,499 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,499 miles
Since last MOT+8,630 miles
PASS
Mileage107,869 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,869 miles
Since last MOT+8,373 miles
PASS
Mileage99,496 miles
Since last MOT+245 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,251 miles
Since last MOT+8,426 miles
PASS
Mileage90,825 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,825 miles
Since last MOT+5,551 miles
PASS
Mileage85,274 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,274 miles
Since last MOT+6,132 miles
PASS
Mileage79,142 miles
Since last MOT+5,974 miles
PASS
Mileage73,168 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,168 miles
Since last MOT+7,184 miles
PASS
Mileage65,984 miles
Since last MOT+7,548 miles
PASS
Mileage58,436 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,436 miles
Since last MOT+7,858 miles
PASS
Mileage50,578 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,578 miles
Since last MOT+7,450 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,128 miles
Since last MOT+8,581 miles
PASS
Mileage34,547 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,547 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

RegistrationAF53 UTG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AF53 UTG

What car is AF53 UTG?

AF53 UTG is an blue Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.

What is the mileage of AF53 UTG?

The last recorded mileage for AF53 UTG was 128,374 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF53 UTG passed its MOT?

AF53 UTG has had 27 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (14 passes, 13 failures). It last was tested on 19 Feb 2024.

Is AF53 UTG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF53 UTG 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 AF53 UTG?

AF53 UTG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.