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CA52 DFG

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Red Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourRed
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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 154,449 miles on the clock, averaging 10,558 miles per year, above 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 CA52 DFG

MOT Status
Due date passed
154,449
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
10,558

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading154,449 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,558
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CA52 DFG 25k57k90k122k154k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage154,449 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,449 miles
Since last MOT+7,294 miles
PASS
Mileage147,155 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage147,155 miles
Since last MOT+9,392 miles
PASS
Mileage137,763 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,763 miles
Since last MOT+8,343 miles
PASS
Mileage129,420 miles
Since last MOT+72 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,348 miles
Since last MOT+12,936 miles
PASS
Mileage116,412 miles
Since last MOT+154 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,258 miles
Since last MOT+16,452 miles
PASS
Mileage99,806 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,806 miles
Since last MOT+7,825 miles
PASS
Mileage91,981 miles
Since last MOT+16,117 miles
PASS
Mileage75,864 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,864 miles
Since last MOT+14,933 miles
PASS
Mileage60,931 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,931 miles
Since last MOT+12,310 miles
PASS
Mileage48,621 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,618 miles
Since last MOT+6,780 miles
PASS
Mileage41,838 miles
Since last MOT+7,830 miles
PASS
Mileage34,008 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,008 miles
Since last MOT+8,853 miles
PASS
Mileage25,155 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

RegistrationCA52 DFG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About CA52 DFG

What car is CA52 DFG?

CA52 DFG is a red Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.

What is the mileage of CA52 DFG?

The last recorded mileage for CA52 DFG was 154,449 miles, recorded on 9 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CA52 DFG passed its MOT?

CA52 DFG has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2018.

Is CA52 DFG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA52 DFG 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 CA52 DFG?

CA52 DFG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.