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MF03 RZE

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourRed
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 151,228 miles on the clock, averaging 12,261 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 MF03 RZE

MOT Status
Due date passed
151,228
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
55%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
12,261

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading151,228 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8
Average per year12,261
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MF03 RZE 83k100k117k134k151k '06'11'09

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage151,228 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage151,220 miles
Since last MOT+10,221 miles
PASS
Mileage140,999 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,996 miles
Since last MOT+9,022 miles
PASS
Mileage131,974 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,974 miles
Since last MOT+5,010 miles
PASS
Mileage126,964 miles
Since last MOT+13,476 miles
PASS
Mileage113,488 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,488 miles
Since last MOT+133 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,355 miles
Since last MOT+30,347 miles
PASS
Mileage83,008 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

RegistrationMF03 RZE
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMF — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About MF03 RZE

What car is MF03 RZE?

MF03 RZE is an red Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MF03 RZE?

The last recorded mileage for MF03 RZE was 151,228 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MF03 RZE passed its MOT?

MF03 RZE has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2011.

Is MF03 RZE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MF03 RZE 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 MF03 RZE?

MF03 RZE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.