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MT52 XSC

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourBlack
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 5 (50% pass rate). It has 120,914 miles on the clock, averaging 6,218 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 XSC

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,914
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
6,218

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading120,914 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,854
Average per year6,218
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MT52 XSC 87k96k104k113k121k '06'11'09

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage120,914 miles
Since last MOT+8,854 miles
PASS
Mileage112,060 miles
Since last MOT+3,603 miles
PASS
Mileage108,457 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,457 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,457 miles
Since last MOT+815 miles
PASS
Mileage107,642 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,642 miles
Since last MOT+1,893 miles
PASS
Mileage105,749 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,746 miles
Since last MOT+18,437 miles
PASS
Mileage87,309 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 XSC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlack
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 XSC

What car is MT52 XSC?

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

What is the mileage of MT52 XSC?

The last recorded mileage for MT52 XSC was 120,914 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MT52 XSC passed its MOT?

MT52 XSC has had 10 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (5 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 21 Oct 2011.

Is MT52 XSC ULEZ compliant?

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

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