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WL53 FLN

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Blue Registered in Truro, 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 127,662 miles on the clock, averaging 8,825 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 WL53 FLN

MOT Status
Due date passed
127,662
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,825

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading127,662 miles
Reading date
Miles last year562
Average per year8,825
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WL53 FLN 39k61k83k106k128k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,662 miles
Since last MOT+562 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,100 miles
Since last MOT+5,264 miles
PASS
Mileage121,836 miles
Since last MOT+5,635 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,201 miles
Since last MOT+5,984 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,217 miles
Since last MOT+5,040 miles
PASS
Mileage105,177 miles
Since last MOT+11,266 miles
PASS
Mileage93,911 miles
Since last MOT+14,548 miles
PASS
Mileage79,363 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,363 miles
Since last MOT+12,132 miles
PASS
Mileage67,231 miles
Since last MOT+12,578 miles
PASS
Mileage54,653 miles
Since last MOT+8,822 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,831 miles
Since last MOT+6,813 miles
PASS
Mileage39,018 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

RegistrationWL53 FLN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWL — Truro, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About WL53 FLN

What car is WL53 FLN?

WL53 FLN is a blue Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Truro in 2003.

What is the mileage of WL53 FLN?

The last recorded mileage for WL53 FLN was 127,662 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WL53 FLN passed its MOT?

WL53 FLN has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2016.

Is WL53 FLN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL53 FLN 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 WL53 FLN?

WL53 FLN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.