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CE53 KUC

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Blue Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 109,354 miles on the clock, averaging 9,004 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 CE53 KUC

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,354
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
9,004

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading109,354 miles
Reading date
Miles last year108
Average per year9,004
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CE53 KUC 20k42k64k87k109k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,354 miles
Since last MOT+108 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,246 miles
Since last MOT+5,882 miles
PASS
Mileage103,364 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,364 miles
Since last MOT+8,366 miles
PASS
Mileage94,998 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,998 miles
Since last MOT+10,256 miles
PASS
Mileage84,742 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,742 miles
Since last MOT+6,469 miles
PASS
Mileage78,273 miles
Since last MOT+10,212 miles
PASS
Mileage68,061 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,060 miles
Since last MOT+8,786 miles
PASS
Mileage59,274 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,274 miles
Since last MOT+9,526 miles
PASS
Mileage49,748 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,745 miles
Since last MOT+9,070 miles
PASS
Mileage40,675 miles
Since last MOT+9,384 miles
PASS
Mileage31,291 miles
Since last MOT+11,660 miles
PASS
Mileage19,631 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

RegistrationCE53 KUC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About CE53 KUC

What car is CE53 KUC?

CE53 KUC is a blue Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.

What is the mileage of CE53 KUC?

The last recorded mileage for CE53 KUC was 109,354 miles, recorded on 18 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CE53 KUC passed its MOT?

CE53 KUC has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 18 May 2016.

Is CE53 KUC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE53 KUC 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 CE53 KUC?

CE53 KUC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.