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SA53 WAE

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 106,830 miles on the clock, averaging 8,120 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 SA53 WAE

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,830
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,120

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 reading106,830 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,375
Average per year8,120
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SA53 WAE 23k44k65k86k107k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,830 miles
Since last MOT+2,375 miles
PASS
Mileage104,455 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,455 miles
Since last MOT+13,505 miles
PASS
Mileage90,950 miles
Since last MOT+2,647 miles
PASS
Mileage88,303 miles
Since last MOT+5,213 miles
PASS
Mileage83,090 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,085 miles
Since last MOT+6,852 miles
PASS
Mileage76,233 miles
Since last MOT+7,678 miles
PASS
Mileage68,555 miles
Since last MOT+6,957 miles
PASS
Mileage61,598 miles
Since last MOT+8,202 miles
PASS
Mileage53,396 miles
Since last MOT+11,926 miles
PASS
Mileage41,470 miles
Since last MOT+18,751 miles
PASS
Mileage22,719 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

RegistrationSA53 WAE
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSA — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SA53 WAE

What car is SA53 WAE?

SA53 WAE is an silver Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SA53 WAE?

The last recorded mileage for SA53 WAE was 106,830 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SA53 WAE passed its MOT?

SA53 WAE has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2017.

Is SA53 WAE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA53 WAE 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 SA53 WAE?

SA53 WAE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.