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RA03 CMU

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 171,713 miles on the clock, averaging 14,565 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 RA03 CMU

MOT Status
Due date passed
171,713
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
14,565

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading171,713 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year14,565
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RA03 CMU 40k73k106k139k172k '06'15'11

Check RA03 CMU

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage171,713 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage171,709 miles
Since last MOT+12,635 miles
PASS
Mileage159,074 miles
Since last MOT+22,408 miles
PASS
Mileage136,666 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,666 miles
Since last MOT+13,733 miles
PASS
Mileage122,933 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,933 miles
Since last MOT+12,611 miles
PASS
Mileage110,322 miles
Since last MOT+15,410 miles
PASS
Mileage94,912 miles
Since last MOT+15,830 miles
PASS
Mileage79,082 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,079 miles
Since last MOT+13,336 miles
PASS
Mileage65,743 miles
Since last MOT+14,081 miles
PASS
Mileage51,662 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,662 miles
Since last MOT+11,461 miles
PASS
Mileage40,201 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

RegistrationRA03 CMU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRA — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RA03 CMU

What car is RA03 CMU?

RA03 CMU is an blue Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RA03 CMU?

The last recorded mileage for RA03 CMU was 171,713 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RA03 CMU passed its MOT?

RA03 CMU has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2015.

Is RA03 CMU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA03 CMU 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 RA03 CMU?

RA03 CMU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.