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MA53 WFT

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Green Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourGreen
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 66,917 miles on the clock, averaging 3,361 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 WFT

MOT Status
Due date passed
66,917
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
3,361

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading66,917 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year3,361
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MA53 WFT 30k40k49k58k67k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage66,917 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,916 miles
Since last MOT+1,544 miles
PASS
Mileage65,372 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,369 miles
Since last MOT+2,153 miles
PASS
Mileage63,216 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,216 miles
Since last MOT+2,025 miles
PASS
Mileage61,191 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,191 miles
Since last MOT+2,041 miles
PASS
Mileage59,150 miles
Since last MOT+2,401 miles
PASS
Mileage56,749 miles
Since last MOT+1,826 miles
PASS
Mileage54,923 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,923 miles
Since last MOT+3,554 miles
PASS
Mileage51,369 miles
Since last MOT+2,895 miles
PASS
Mileage48,474 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,474 miles
Since last MOT+5,973 miles
PASS
Mileage42,501 miles
Since last MOT+5,430 miles
PASS
Mileage37,071 miles
Since last MOT+6,659 miles
PASS
Mileage30,412 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 WFT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourGreen
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 WFT

What car is MA53 WFT?

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

What is the mileage of MA53 WFT?

The last recorded mileage for MA53 WFT was 66,917 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MA53 WFT passed its MOT?

MA53 WFT has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Sep 2017.

Is MA53 WFT ULEZ compliant?

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

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