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DG03 DFU

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Silver Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourSilver
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 100,740 miles on the clock, averaging 5,304 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 DG03 DFU

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,740
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,304

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading100,740 miles
Reading date
Miles last year73
Average per year5,304
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DG03 DFU 50k63k75k88k101k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,740 miles
Since last MOT+73 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,667 miles
Since last MOT+3,184 miles
PASS
Mileage97,483 miles
Since last MOT+75 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,408 miles
PASS
Mileage120,773 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,771 miles
Since last MOT+1,486 miles
PASS
Mileage119,285 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,285 miles
Since last MOT+18,706 miles
PASS
Mileage100,579 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,579 miles
Since last MOT+17,813 miles
PASS
Mileage82,766 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,765 miles
Since last MOT+7,173 miles
PASS
Mileage75,592 miles
Since last MOT+9,327 miles
PASS
Mileage66,265 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,265 miles
Since last MOT+7,955 miles
PASS
Mileage58,310 miles
Since last MOT+8,409 miles
PASS
Mileage49,901 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

RegistrationDG03 DFU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeDG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About DG03 DFU

What car is DG03 DFU?

DG03 DFU is a silver Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.

What is the mileage of DG03 DFU?

The last recorded mileage for DG03 DFU was 100,740 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DG03 DFU passed its MOT?

DG03 DFU has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 Sep 2015.

Is DG03 DFU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG03 DFU 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 DG03 DFU?

DG03 DFU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.