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SL53 WUE

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 138,395 miles on the clock, averaging 11,296 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 SL53 WUE

MOT Status
Due date passed
138,395
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
11,296

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading138,395 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,697
Average per year11,296
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL53 WUE 41k66k90k114k138k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage138,395 miles
Since last MOT+4,697 miles
PASS
Mileage133,698 miles
Since last MOT+3,705 miles
PASS
Mileage129,993 miles
Since last MOT+1,448 miles
PASS
Mileage128,545 miles
Since last MOT+11,557 miles
PASS
Mileage116,988 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,988 miles
Since last MOT+15,106 miles
PASS
Mileage101,882 miles
Since last MOT+16,225 miles
PASS
Mileage85,657 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,657 miles
Since last MOT+25,540 miles
PASS
Mileage60,117 miles
Since last MOT+18,712 miles
PASS
Mileage41,405 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

RegistrationSL53 WUE
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SL53 WUE

What car is SL53 WUE?

SL53 WUE is an silver Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.

What is the mileage of SL53 WUE?

The last recorded mileage for SL53 WUE was 138,395 miles, recorded on 12 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL53 WUE passed its MOT?

SL53 WUE has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2015.

Is SL53 WUE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL53 WUE 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 SL53 WUE?

SL53 WUE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.