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YP53 BBX

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Silver Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 52,366 miles on the clock, averaging 2,803 miles per year, well 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 YP53 BBX

MOT Status
Due date passed
52,366
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
2,803

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

Low mileage
Latest reading52,366 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year2,803
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YP53 BBX 19k27k36k44k52k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage52,366 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,360 miles
Since last MOT+5,793 miles
PASS
Mileage46,567 miles
Since last MOT+2,449 miles
PASS
Mileage44,118 miles
Since last MOT+3,098 miles
PASS
Mileage41,020 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,020 miles
Since last MOT+3,670 miles
PASS
Mileage37,350 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,350 miles
Since last MOT+4,579 miles
PASS
Mileage32,771 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,771 miles
Since last MOT+831 miles
PASS
Mileage31,940 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,940 miles
Since last MOT+1,102 miles
PASS
Mileage30,838 miles
Since last MOT+1,397 miles
PASS
Mileage29,441 miles
Since last MOT+1,698 miles
PASS
Mileage27,743 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,743 miles
Since last MOT+2,477 miles
PASS
Mileage25,266 miles
Since last MOT+2,700 miles
FAIL
Mileage22,566 miles
Since last MOT+3,904 miles
PASS
Mileage18,662 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

RegistrationYP53 BBX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYP — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About YP53 BBX

What car is YP53 BBX?

YP53 BBX is a silver Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.

What is the mileage of YP53 BBX?

The last recorded mileage for YP53 BBX was 52,366 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YP53 BBX passed its MOT?

YP53 BBX has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Sep 2018.

Is YP53 BBX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP53 BBX 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 YP53 BBX?

YP53 BBX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.