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CE53 TKF

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 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 121,354 miles on the clock, averaging 3,997 miles per year, well 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 CE53 TKF

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,354
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
3,997

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

Low mileage
Latest reading121,354 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,209
Average per year3,997
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CE53 TKF 76k87k99k110k121k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,354 miles
Since last MOT+6,209 miles
PASS
Mileage115,145 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,195 miles
Since last MOT+2,967 miles
PASS
Mileage112,228 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,215 miles
Since last MOT+4,493 miles
PASS
Mileage107,722 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,712 miles
Since last MOT+11,114 miles
PASS
Mileage96,598 miles
Since last MOT+13,036 miles
PASS
Mileage83,562 miles
Since last MOT+4,025 miles
PASS
Mileage79,537 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,537 miles
Since last MOT+10,933 miles
PASS
Mileage68,604 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,604 miles
Since last MOT+3,696 miles
PASS
Mileage64,908 miles
Since last MOT+13,233 miles
PASS
Mileage51,675 miles
Since last MOT+3,877 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,798 miles
PASS
Mileage96,106 miles
Since last MOT+20,005 miles
PASS
Mileage76,101 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 TKF
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 TKF

What car is CE53 TKF?

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

What is the mileage of CE53 TKF?

The last recorded mileage for CE53 TKF was 121,354 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CE53 TKF passed its MOT?

CE53 TKF has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Jan 2018.

Is CE53 TKF ULEZ compliant?

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

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