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ML53 SVG

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 95,061 miles on the clock, averaging 7,457 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 ML53 SVG

MOT Status
Due date passed
95,061
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
7,457

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading95,061 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,107
Average per year7,457
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ML53 SVG 35k50k65k80k95k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage95,061 miles
Since last MOT+3,107 miles
PASS
Mileage91,954 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,954 miles
Since last MOT+8,491 miles
PASS
Mileage83,463 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,463 miles
Since last MOT+6,967 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,496 miles
Since last MOT+11,472 miles
PASS
Mileage65,024 miles
Since last MOT+8,494 miles
PASS
Mileage56,530 miles
Since last MOT+6,603 miles
PASS
Mileage49,927 miles
Since last MOT+6,208 miles
PASS
Mileage43,719 miles
Since last MOT+9,198 miles
PASS
Mileage34,521 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 SVG
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 SVG

What car is ML53 SVG?

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

What is the mileage of ML53 SVG?

The last recorded mileage for ML53 SVG was 95,061 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ML53 SVG passed its MOT?

ML53 SVG has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2014.

Is ML53 SVG ULEZ compliant?

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

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