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AX53 FHA

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Red Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourRed
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 116,124 miles on the clock, averaging 7,030 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 AX53 FHA

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,124
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,030

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading116,124 miles
Reading date
Miles last year173
Average per year7,030
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AX53 FHA 26k48k71k94k116k '06'19'12

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,124 miles
Since last MOT+173 miles
PASS
Mileage115,951 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,951 miles
Since last MOT+777 miles
PASS
Mileage115,174 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,174 miles
Since last MOT+3,847 miles
PASS
Mileage111,327 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,327 miles
Since last MOT+8,521 miles
PASS
Mileage102,806 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,806 miles
Since last MOT+5,278 miles
PASS
Mileage97,528 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,528 miles
Since last MOT+7,755 miles
PASS
Mileage89,773 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,773 miles
Since last MOT+11,535 miles
PASS
Mileage78,238 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,223 miles
Since last MOT+8,282 miles
PASS
Mileage69,941 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,941 miles
Since last MOT+14,642 miles
PASS
Mileage55,299 miles
Since last MOT+15,056 miles
PASS
Mileage40,243 miles
Since last MOT+14,292 miles
PASS
Mileage25,951 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

RegistrationAX53 FHA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAX — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AX53 FHA

What car is AX53 FHA?

AX53 FHA is an red Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AX53 FHA?

The last recorded mileage for AX53 FHA was 116,124 miles, recorded on 13 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AX53 FHA passed its MOT?

AX53 FHA has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 13 Sep 2019.

Is AX53 FHA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX53 FHA 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 AX53 FHA?

AX53 FHA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.