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SL53 WUV

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Black Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 87,952 miles on the clock, averaging 8,748 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 SL53 WUV

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,952
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,748

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading87,952 miles
Reading date
Miles last year464
Average per year8,748
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL53 WUV 18k35k53k70k88k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,952 miles
Since last MOT+464 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,488 miles
Since last MOT+16,451 miles
PASS
Mileage71,037 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,037 miles
Since last MOT+17,675 miles
PASS
Mileage53,362 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,360 miles
Since last MOT+4,720 miles
PASS
Mileage48,640 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,616 miles
Since last MOT+5,329 miles
PASS
Mileage43,287 miles
Since last MOT+6,121 miles
PASS
Mileage37,166 miles
Since last MOT+7,859 miles
PASS
Mileage29,307 miles
Since last MOT+5,787 miles
PASS
Mileage23,520 miles
Since last MOT+5,994 miles
PASS
Mileage17,526 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 WUV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SL53 WUV

What car is SL53 WUV?

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

What is the mileage of SL53 WUV?

The last recorded mileage for SL53 WUV was 87,952 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL53 WUV passed its MOT?

SL53 WUV has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2014.

Is SL53 WUV ULEZ compliant?

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

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