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PJ03 VAY

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Green Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourGreen
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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 130,794 miles on the clock, averaging 8,995 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 PJ03 VAY

MOT Status
Due date passed
130,794
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
8,995

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 reading130,794 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,995
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ03 VAY 33k57k82k106k131k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage130,794 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,794 miles
Since last MOT+1,788 miles
PASS
Mileage129,006 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,006 miles
Since last MOT+2,511 miles
PASS
Mileage126,495 miles
Since last MOT+51 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,444 miles
Since last MOT+1,960 miles
PASS
Mileage124,484 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,484 miles
Since last MOT+2,085 miles
PASS
Mileage122,399 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,399 miles
Since last MOT+1,569 miles
PASS
Mileage120,830 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,830 miles
Since last MOT+10,716 miles
PASS
Mileage110,114 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,114 miles
Since last MOTRetest
PASS
Mileage110,114 miles
Since last MOT+9,951 miles
PASS
Mileage100,163 miles
Since last MOT+448 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,715 miles
Since last MOT+22,305 miles
PASS
Mileage77,410 miles
Since last MOT+108 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,302 miles
Since last MOT+14,025 miles
PASS
Mileage63,277 miles
Since last MOT+18,865 miles
PASS
Mileage44,412 miles
Since last MOT+11,483 miles
PASS
Mileage32,929 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,929 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

RegistrationPJ03 VAY
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PJ03 VAY

What car is PJ03 VAY?

PJ03 VAY is a green Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PJ03 VAY?

The last recorded mileage for PJ03 VAY was 130,794 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ03 VAY passed its MOT?

PJ03 VAY has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2017.

Is PJ03 VAY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ03 VAY 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 PJ03 VAY?

PJ03 VAY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.