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MA53 BGY

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Black Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 127,355 miles on the clock, averaging 4,667 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 MA53 BGY

MOT Status
Due date passed
127,355
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
4,667

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading127,355 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,430
Average per year4,667
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MA53 BGY 60k77k94k110k127k '06'21'14

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,355 miles
Since last MOT+2,430 miles
PASS
Mileage124,925 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,925 miles
Since last MOT+4,408 miles
PASS
Mileage120,517 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,517 miles
Since last MOT+3,178 miles
PASS
Mileage117,339 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,331 miles
Since last MOT+2,805 miles
PASS
Mileage114,526 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,523 miles
Since last MOT+3,621 miles
PASS
Mileage110,902 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,898 miles
Since last MOT+12,615 miles
PASS
Mileage98,283 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,282 miles
Since last MOT+13,580 miles
PASS
Mileage84,702 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,702 miles
Since last MOT+6,292 miles
PASS
Mileage78,410 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,410 miles
Since last MOT+4,894 miles
PASS
Mileage73,516 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,516 miles
Since last MOT+3,849 miles
PASS
Mileage69,667 miles
Since last MOT+4,849 miles
PASS
Mileage64,818 miles
Since last MOT+4,891 miles
PASS
Mileage59,927 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

RegistrationMA53 BGY
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About MA53 BGY

What car is MA53 BGY?

MA53 BGY is an black Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MA53 BGY?

The last recorded mileage for MA53 BGY was 127,355 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MA53 BGY passed its MOT?

MA53 BGY has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2021.

Is MA53 BGY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA53 BGY 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 MA53 BGY?

MA53 BGY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.