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AO53 HHR

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Blue Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 134,856 miles on the clock, averaging 6,031 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 AO53 HHR

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,856
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
6,031

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading134,856 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,009
Average per year6,031
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AO53 HHR 58k77k96k116k135k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,856 miles
Since last MOT+3,009 miles
PASS
Mileage131,847 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,847 miles
Since last MOT+3,223 miles
PASS
Mileage128,624 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,624 miles
Since last MOT+3,688 miles
PASS
Mileage124,936 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,936 miles
Since last MOT+1,685 miles
PASS
Mileage123,251 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,251 miles
Since last MOT+3,545 miles
PASS
Mileage119,706 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,706 miles
Since last MOT+6,060 miles
PASS
Mileage113,646 miles
Since last MOT+4,181 miles
PASS
Mileage109,465 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,429 miles
Since last MOT+3,315 miles
PASS
Mileage106,114 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,114 miles
Since last MOT+3,623 miles
PASS
Mileage102,491 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,491 miles
Since last MOT+7,901 miles
PASS
Mileage94,590 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,590 miles
Since last MOT+10,995 miles
PASS
Mileage83,595 miles
Since last MOT+9,978 miles
PASS
Mileage73,617 miles
Since last MOT+165 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,452 miles
Since last MOT+15,655 miles
PASS
Mileage57,797 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

RegistrationAO53 HHR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAO — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AO53 HHR

What car is AO53 HHR?

AO53 HHR is an blue Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AO53 HHR?

The last recorded mileage for AO53 HHR was 134,856 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AO53 HHR passed its MOT?

AO53 HHR has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 26 Jun 2019.

Is AO53 HHR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO53 HHR 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 AO53 HHR?

AO53 HHR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.