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WF53 VEK

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourBlue
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 8 (53% pass rate). It has 103,630 miles on the clock, averaging 7,379 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 WF53 VEK

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,630
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
53%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,379

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading103,630 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,379
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF53 VEK 38k54k71k87k104k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,630 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,630 miles
Since last MOT+1,377 miles
PASS
Mileage102,253 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,253 miles
Since last MOT+3,876 miles
PASS
Mileage98,377 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,377 miles
Since last MOT+5,711 miles
PASS
Mileage92,666 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,666 miles
Since last MOT+7,077 miles
PASS
Mileage85,589 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,589 miles
Since last MOT+5,238 miles
PASS
Mileage80,351 miles
Since last MOT+9,506 miles
PASS
Mileage70,845 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,845 miles
Since last MOT+10,111 miles
PASS
Mileage60,734 miles
Since last MOT+69 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,665 miles
Since last MOT+10,699 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,966 miles
Since last MOT+11,961 miles
PASS
Mileage38,005 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 VEK
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
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 VEK

What car is WF53 VEK?

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

What is the mileage of WF53 VEK?

The last recorded mileage for WF53 VEK was 103,630 miles, recorded on 20 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF53 VEK passed its MOT?

WF53 VEK has had 17 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (9 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 20 Aug 2015.

Is WF53 VEK ULEZ compliant?

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

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