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CV53 NRX

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Black Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourBlack
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 517,683 miles on the clock, averaging 39,659 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 CV53 NRX

MOT Status
Due date passed
517,683
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
39,659

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 reading517,683 miles
Reading date
Miles last year360,004
Average per year39,659
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CV53 NRX 42k161k280k399k518k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage517,683 miles
Since last MOT+360,004 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,679 miles
Since last MOT+5,800 miles
PASS
Mileage151,879 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage151,873 miles
Since last MOT+5,378 miles
PASS
Mileage146,495 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage146,495 miles
Since last MOT+4,778 miles
PASS
Mileage141,717 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage141,688 miles
Since last MOT+5,168 miles
PASS
Mileage136,520 miles
Since last MOT+61 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,459 miles
Since last MOT+4,797 miles
PASS
Mileage131,662 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,654 miles
Since last MOT+3,933 miles
PASS
Mileage127,721 miles
Since last MOT+8,394 miles
PASS
Mileage119,327 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,327 miles
Since last MOT+11,863 miles
PASS
Mileage107,464 miles
Since last MOT+13,860 miles
PASS
Mileage93,604 miles
Since last MOT+16,983 miles
PASS
Mileage76,621 miles
Since last MOT+15,702 miles
PASS
Mileage60,919 miles
Since last MOT+19,121 miles
PASS
Mileage41,798 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,798 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

RegistrationCV53 NRX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About CV53 NRX

What car is CV53 NRX?

CV53 NRX is a black Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.

What is the mileage of CV53 NRX?

The last recorded mileage for CV53 NRX was 517,683 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CV53 NRX passed its MOT?

CV53 NRX has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2018.

Is CV53 NRX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV53 NRX 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 CV53 NRX?

CV53 NRX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.