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WF53 LZW

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

White Registered in Exeter, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourWhite
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). The 1.5 dCi engine is known for crankshaft connecting rod bearings (main/rod bearings).

MOT & Mileage History for WF53 LZW

MOT Status
Due date passed
N/A
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading98,641 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,754
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF53 LZW 150k150k150k150k150k '06'16'08

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

FAIL
PASS
Mileage98,641 miles
Since last MOT+11,754 miles
PASS
Mileage86,887 miles
FAIL
PASS
FAIL
PASS
FAIL
PASS
PASS
Mileage660 miles
PASS
Mileage72,169 miles
Since last MOT+43 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,126 miles
PASS
Mileage191,054 miles
Since last MOT+40,846 miles
PASS
Mileage150,208 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

RegistrationWF53 LZW
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About WF53 LZW

What car is WF53 LZW?

WF53 LZW is a white Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.

Has WF53 LZW passed its MOT?

WF53 LZW has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 10 Apr 2017.

Is WF53 LZW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF53 LZW 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 WF53 LZW?

WF53 LZW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.