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MW52 VBJ

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourGrey
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 124,948 miles on the clock, averaging 8,470 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 VBJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,948
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
8,470

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 reading124,948 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,470
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MW52 VBJ 87k97k106k116k125k '06'10'08

Check MW52 VBJ

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,948 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,948 miles
Since last MOT+8,672 miles
PASS
Mileage116,276 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,276 miles
Since last MOT+9,491 miles
PASS
Mileage106,785 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,785 miles
Since last MOT+5,333 miles
PASS
Mileage101,452 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,452 miles
Since last MOT+14,119 miles
PASS
Mileage87,333 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,333 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 VBJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourGrey
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 VBJ

What car is MW52 VBJ?

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

What is the mileage of MW52 VBJ?

The last recorded mileage for MW52 VBJ was 124,948 miles, recorded on 2 Nov 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MW52 VBJ passed its MOT?

MW52 VBJ has had 10 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (5 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Nov 2010.

Is MW52 VBJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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