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YK03 VCU

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Blue Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 9 (53% pass rate). It has 139,775 miles on the clock, averaging 7,392 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 YK03 VCU

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,775
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
53%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
7,392

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading139,775 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12
Average per year7,392
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YK03 VCU 67k85k103k122k140k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,775 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,763 miles
Since last MOT+10,940 miles
PASS
Mileage128,823 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,821 miles
Since last MOT+2,458 miles
PASS
Mileage126,363 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,362 miles
Since last MOT+2,914 miles
PASS
Mileage123,448 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,448 miles
Since last MOT+8,199 miles
PASS
Mileage115,249 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,249 miles
Since last MOT+10,955 miles
PASS
Mileage104,294 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,288 miles
Since last MOT+8,675 miles
PASS
Mileage95,613 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,613 miles
Since last MOT+7,765 miles
PASS
Mileage87,848 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,844 miles
Since last MOT+15,840 miles
PASS
Mileage72,004 miles
Since last MOT+4,853 miles
PASS
Mileage67,151 miles
Since last MOT+74 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,077 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

RegistrationYK03 VCU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYK — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About YK03 VCU

What car is YK03 VCU?

YK03 VCU is a blue Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.

What is the mileage of YK03 VCU?

The last recorded mileage for YK03 VCU was 139,775 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YK03 VCU passed its MOT?

YK03 VCU has had 19 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (10 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 2 Jun 2016.

Is YK03 VCU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK03 VCU 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 YK03 VCU?

YK03 VCU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.