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VO53 VJC

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Black Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 10 (50% pass rate). It has 133,623 miles on the clock, averaging 7,313 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 VO53 VJC

MOT Status
Due date passed
133,623
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2007
50%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,313

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading133,623 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,364
Average per year7,313
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VO53 VJC 60k78k97k115k134k '07'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage133,623 miles
Since last MOT+7,364 miles
PASS
Mileage126,259 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,259 miles
Since last MOT+4,036 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,223 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,221 miles
Since last MOT+3,253 miles
PASS
Mileage118,968 miles
Since last MOT+58 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,910 miles
Since last MOT+4,355 miles
PASS
Mileage114,555 miles
Since last MOT+5,230 miles
PASS
Mileage109,325 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,296 miles
Since last MOT+2,958 miles
PASS
Mileage106,338 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,338 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,336 miles
Since last MOT+4,296 miles
PASS
Mileage102,040 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,040 miles
Since last MOT+7,718 miles
PASS
Mileage94,322 miles
Since last MOT+14,351 miles
PASS
Mileage79,971 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,971 miles
Since last MOT+20,226 miles
PASS
Mileage59,745 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,745 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

RegistrationVO53 VJC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeVO — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About VO53 VJC

What car is VO53 VJC?

VO53 VJC is a black Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.

What is the mileage of VO53 VJC?

The last recorded mileage for VO53 VJC was 133,623 miles, recorded on 8 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VO53 VJC passed its MOT?

VO53 VJC has had 20 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (10 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 8 Feb 2017.

Is VO53 VJC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO53 VJC 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 VO53 VJC?

VO53 VJC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.