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NL03 UAU

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Black Registered in Newcastle, North · 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 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 101,279 miles on the clock, averaging 6,336 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 NL03 UAU

MOT Status
Due date passed
101,279
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
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
6,336

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading101,279 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,336
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NL03 UAU 35k52k68k85k101k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage101,279 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,279 miles
Since last MOT+817 miles
PASS
Mileage100,462 miles
Since last MOT+2,388 miles
PASS
Mileage98,074 miles
Since last MOT+3,577 miles
PASS
Mileage94,497 miles
Since last MOT+42 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,455 miles
Since last MOT+3,633 miles
PASS
Mileage90,822 miles
Since last MOT+4,921 miles
PASS
Mileage85,901 miles
Since last MOT+4,756 miles
PASS
Mileage81,145 miles
Since last MOT+7,579 miles
PASS
Mileage73,566 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,566 miles
Since last MOT+13,415 miles
PASS
Mileage60,151 miles
Since last MOT+12,322 miles
PASS
Mileage47,829 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,829 miles
Since last MOT+12,726 miles
PASS
Mileage35,103 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

RegistrationNL03 UAU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeNL — Newcastle, North
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About NL03 UAU

What car is NL03 UAU?

NL03 UAU is an black Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.

What is the mileage of NL03 UAU?

The last recorded mileage for NL03 UAU was 101,279 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NL03 UAU passed its MOT?

NL03 UAU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2016.

Is NL03 UAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL03 UAU 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 NL03 UAU?

NL03 UAU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.