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MT52 RSZ

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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 81,618 miles on the clock, averaging 7,040 miles per year, 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 MT52 RSZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,618
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
7,040

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading81,618 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,210
Average per year7,040
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MT52 RSZ 46k55k64k73k82k '06'11'09

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,618 miles
Since last MOT+7,210 miles
PASS
Mileage74,408 miles
Since last MOT+4,078 miles
PASS
Mileage70,330 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,330 miles
Since last MOT+10,573 miles
PASS
Mileage59,757 miles
Since last MOT+6,141 miles
PASS
Mileage53,616 miles
Since last MOT+7,735 miles
PASS
Mileage45,881 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,881 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

RegistrationMT52 RSZ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About MT52 RSZ

What car is MT52 RSZ?

MT52 RSZ is an silver Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MT52 RSZ?

The last recorded mileage for MT52 RSZ was 81,618 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MT52 RSZ passed its MOT?

MT52 RSZ has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Aug 2011.

Is MT52 RSZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT52 RSZ 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 MT52 RSZ?

MT52 RSZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.