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WV53 FSA

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourGrey
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 121,356 miles on the clock, averaging 7,500 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 WV53 FSA

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,356
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
7,500

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 reading121,356 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8
Average per year7,500
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WV53 FSA 36k57k78k100k121k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,356 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,348 miles
Since last MOT+3,104 miles
PASS
Mileage118,244 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,241 miles
Since last MOT+40 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,201 miles
Since last MOT+9,519 miles
PASS
Mileage108,682 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,682 miles
Since last MOT+1,570 miles
PASS
Mileage107,112 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,112 miles
Since last MOT+6,511 miles
PASS
Mileage100,601 miles
Since last MOT+5,283 miles
PASS
Mileage95,318 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,318 miles
Since last MOT+6,266 miles
PASS
Mileage89,052 miles
Since last MOT+5,752 miles
PASS
Mileage83,300 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,299 miles
Since last MOT+12,658 miles
PASS
Mileage70,641 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,641 miles
Since last MOT+12,232 miles
PASS
Mileage58,409 miles
Since last MOT+56 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,353 miles
Since last MOT+12,903 miles
PASS
Mileage45,450 miles
Since last MOT+9,822 miles
PASS
Mileage35,628 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

RegistrationWV53 FSA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWV — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About WV53 FSA

What car is WV53 FSA?

WV53 FSA is a grey Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WV53 FSA?

The last recorded mileage for WV53 FSA was 121,356 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WV53 FSA passed its MOT?

WV53 FSA has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2018.

Is WV53 FSA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV53 FSA 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 WV53 FSA?

WV53 FSA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.