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EF52 CSX

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourGrey
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 138,011 miles on the clock, averaging 7,921 miles per year, around 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 EF52 CSX

MOT Status
Due date passed
138,011
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
7,921

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading138,011 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,188
Average per year7,921
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF52 CSX 33k59k85k112k138k '06'19'12

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage138,011 miles
Since last MOT+5,188 miles
PASS
Mileage132,823 miles
Since last MOT+170 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,653 miles
Since last MOT+11,374 miles
PASS
Mileage121,279 miles
Since last MOT+113 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,166 miles
Since last MOT+12,133 miles
PASS
Mileage109,033 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,027 miles
Since last MOT+5,030 miles
PASS
Mileage103,997 miles
Since last MOT+14,266 miles
PASS
Mileage89,731 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,731 miles
Since last MOT+11,320 miles
PASS
Mileage78,411 miles
Since last MOT+11,303 miles
PASS
Mileage67,108 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,108 miles
Since last MOT+12,215 miles
PASS
Mileage54,893 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,893 miles
Since last MOT+1,597 miles
PASS
Mileage53,296 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,296 miles
Since last MOT+4,795 miles
PASS
Mileage48,501 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,501 miles
Since last MOT+4,980 miles
PASS
Mileage43,521 miles
Since last MOT+5,596 miles
PASS
Mileage37,925 miles
Since last MOT+4,991 miles
PASS
Mileage32,934 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

RegistrationEF52 CSX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EF52 CSX

What car is EF52 CSX?

EF52 CSX is an grey Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EF52 CSX?

The last recorded mileage for EF52 CSX was 138,011 miles, recorded on 13 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF52 CSX passed its MOT?

EF52 CSX has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 13 Apr 2019.

Is EF52 CSX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF52 CSX 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 EF52 CSX?

EF52 CSX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.