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ML53 SNJ

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Silver Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 90,522 miles on the clock, averaging 4,735 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 ML53 SNJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,522
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
4,735

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading90,522 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,735
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ML53 SNJ 33k47k62k76k91k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,522 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,522 miles
Since last MOT+3,182 miles
PASS
Mileage87,340 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,325 miles
Since last MOT+2,322 miles
PASS
Mileage85,003 miles
Since last MOT+3,182 miles
PASS
Mileage81,821 miles
Since last MOT+6,126 miles
PASS
Mileage75,695 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,685 miles
Since last MOT+5,547 miles
PASS
Mileage70,138 miles
Since last MOT+2,981 miles
PASS
Mileage67,157 miles
Since last MOT+3,746 miles
PASS
Mileage63,411 miles
Since last MOT+3,284 miles
PASS
Mileage60,127 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,109 miles
Since last MOT+6,435 miles
PASS
Mileage53,674 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,663 miles
Since last MOT+9,465 miles
PASS
Mileage44,198 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,198 miles
Since last MOT+11,214 miles
PASS
Mileage32,984 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

RegistrationML53 SNJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About ML53 SNJ

What car is ML53 SNJ?

ML53 SNJ is an silver Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of ML53 SNJ?

The last recorded mileage for ML53 SNJ was 90,522 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ML53 SNJ passed its MOT?

ML53 SNJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Dec 2018.

Is ML53 SNJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML53 SNJ 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 ML53 SNJ?

ML53 SNJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.