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MW52 DZA

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 101,370 miles on the clock, averaging 8,011 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 MW52 DZA

MOT Status
Due date passed
101,370
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2005
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,011

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading101,370 miles
Reading date
Miles last year726
Average per year8,011
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MW52 DZA 19k39k60k81k101k '05'16'10

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage101,370 miles
Since last MOT+726 miles
PASS
Mileage100,644 miles
Since last MOT+2,716 miles
PASS
Mileage97,928 miles
Since last MOT+18,013 miles
PASS
Mileage79,915 miles
Since last MOT+20,508 miles
PASS
Mileage59,407 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,407 miles
Since last MOT+6,144 miles
PASS
Mileage53,263 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,263 miles
Since last MOT+6,025 miles
PASS
Mileage47,238 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,237 miles
Since last MOT+8,573 miles
PASS
Mileage38,664 miles
Since last MOT+6,054 miles
PASS
Mileage32,610 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,596 miles
Since last MOT+7,530 miles
PASS
Mileage25,066 miles
Since last MOT+6,246 miles
PASS
Mileage18,820 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

RegistrationMW52 DZA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About MW52 DZA

What car is MW52 DZA?

MW52 DZA is an red Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MW52 DZA?

The last recorded mileage for MW52 DZA was 101,370 miles, recorded on 5 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MW52 DZA passed its MOT?

MW52 DZA has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Apr 2016.

Is MW52 DZA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW52 DZA 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 MW52 DZA?

MW52 DZA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.