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NJ53 WRK

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Silver Registered in Newcastle, North · 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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 127,055 miles on the clock, averaging 10,280 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 NJ53 WRK

MOT Status
Due date passed
127,055
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
10,280

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 reading127,055 miles
Reading date
Miles last year40
Average per year10,280
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NJ53 WRK 24k50k76k101k127k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,055 miles
Since last MOT+40 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,015 miles
Since last MOT+14,346 miles
PASS
Mileage112,669 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,669 miles
Since last MOT+14,785 miles
PASS
Mileage97,884 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,884 miles
Since last MOT+14,801 miles
PASS
Mileage83,083 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,083 miles
Since last MOT+7,264 miles
PASS
Mileage75,819 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,819 miles
Since last MOT+1,979 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,840 miles
Since last MOT+14,525 miles
PASS
Mileage59,315 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,302 miles
Since last MOT+8,244 miles
PASS
Mileage51,058 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,057 miles
Since last MOT+7,591 miles
PASS
Mileage43,466 miles
Since last MOT+5,567 miles
PASS
Mileage37,899 miles
Since last MOT+5,533 miles
PASS
Mileage32,366 miles
Since last MOT+8,375 miles
PASS
Mileage23,991 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

RegistrationNJ53 WRK
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeNJ — Newcastle, North
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About NJ53 WRK

What car is NJ53 WRK?

NJ53 WRK is an silver Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.

What is the mileage of NJ53 WRK?

The last recorded mileage for NJ53 WRK was 127,055 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NJ53 WRK passed its MOT?

NJ53 WRK has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2016.

Is NJ53 WRK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ53 WRK 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 NJ53 WRK?

NJ53 WRK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.