2003 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · MK53 YPP
2003 Renault Clio (1.1L, petrol). First registered 10 Dec 2003. Recorded mileage 65,182 miles. MOT valid until 05 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT CLIO
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 65,182 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MK53 YPP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/08/2026
- 65,182 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MK53 YPP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Renault Clio (MK53 YPP) between August 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases catalyst to centre joint (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs reluctor (1.6 (e))”; “Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture leaking (1.1.11 (a))”.
MK53 YPP Mileage History
- 23/08/202260,181 mi
- 15/08/202360,386 mi+205 mi
- 12/08/202462,652 mi+2,266 mi
- 02/07/202665,169 mi+2,517 mi
- 07/08/202665,182 mi+13 mi
Average of roughly 1,264 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Renault Clio Mk2
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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