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WM53 LFH

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourSilver
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 170,719 miles on the clock, averaging 11,442 miles per year, above 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 WM53 LFH

MOT Status
Due date passed
170,719
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
11,442

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading170,719 miles
Reading date
Miles last year17,601
Average per year11,442
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WM53 LFH 40k72k105k138k171k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage170,719 miles
Since last MOT+17,601 miles
PASS
Mileage153,118 miles
Since last MOT+15,913 miles
PASS
Mileage137,205 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,205 miles
Since last MOT+7,601 miles
PASS
Mileage129,604 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,604 miles
Since last MOT+5,632 miles
PASS
Mileage123,972 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,972 miles
Since last MOT+4,363 miles
PASS
Mileage119,609 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,609 miles
Since last MOT+9,878 miles
PASS
Mileage109,731 miles
Since last MOT+9,962 miles
PASS
Mileage99,769 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,769 miles
Since last MOT+11,779 miles
PASS
Mileage87,990 miles
Since last MOT+15,160 miles
PASS
Mileage72,830 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,830 miles
Since last MOT+15,575 miles
PASS
Mileage57,255 miles
Since last MOT+17,513 miles
PASS
Mileage39,742 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

RegistrationWM53 LFH
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWM — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About WM53 LFH

What car is WM53 LFH?

WM53 LFH is a silver Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WM53 LFH?

The last recorded mileage for WM53 LFH was 170,719 miles, recorded on 6 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM53 LFH passed its MOT?

WM53 LFH has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Apr 2018.

Is WM53 LFH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM53 LFH 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 WM53 LFH?

WM53 LFH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.