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MW52 GZC

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 109,141 miles on the clock, averaging 11,609 miles per year, above 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 GZC

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,141
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
53%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
11,609

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading109,141 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,609
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MW52 GZC 21k43k65k87k109k '06'13'10

Check MW52 GZC

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,141 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,141 miles
Since last MOT+13,180 miles
PASS
Mileage95,961 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,946 miles
Since last MOT+8,874 miles
PASS
Mileage87,072 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,071 miles
Since last MOT+20,357 miles
PASS
Mileage66,714 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,713 miles
Since last MOT+13,175 miles
PASS
Mileage53,538 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,531 miles
Since last MOT+9,695 miles
PASS
Mileage43,836 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,836 miles
Since last MOT+11,906 miles
PASS
Mileage31,930 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,930 miles
Since last MOT+10,448 miles
PASS
Mileage21,482 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 GZC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlack
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 GZC

What car is MW52 GZC?

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

What is the mileage of MW52 GZC?

The last recorded mileage for MW52 GZC was 109,141 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MW52 GZC passed its MOT?

MW52 GZC has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2013.

Is MW52 GZC ULEZ compliant?

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

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