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ET04 HVC

2004 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Orange Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourOrange
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 2004 Renault Clio Diesel 1461cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 139,819 miles on the clock, averaging 11,475 miles per year, above 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 ET04 HVC

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,819
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2007
57%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
11,475

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading139,819 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,541
Average per year11,475
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ET04 HVC 36k62k88k114k140k '07'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,819 miles
Since last MOT+5,541 miles
PASS
Mileage134,278 miles
PASS
Mileage151,529 miles
Since last MOT+30,027 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,502 miles
Since last MOT+390 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,112 miles
Since last MOT+12,684 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,428 miles
Since last MOT+10,878 miles
PASS
Mileage97,550 miles
Since last MOT+33 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,517 miles
Since last MOT+11,498 miles
PASS
Mileage86,019 miles
Since last MOT+12,761 miles
PASS
Mileage73,258 miles
Since last MOT+10,410 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,848 miles
Since last MOT+11,900 miles
PASS
Mileage50,948 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,947 miles
Since last MOT+14,621 miles
PASS
Mileage36,326 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

RegistrationET04 HVC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeET — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About ET04 HVC

What car is ET04 HVC?

ET04 HVC is an orange Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of ET04 HVC?

The last recorded mileage for ET04 HVC was 139,819 miles, recorded on 13 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ET04 HVC passed its MOT?

ET04 HVC has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Jun 2016.

Is ET04 HVC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET04 HVC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is ET04 HVC?

ET04 HVC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.