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RA52 SZW

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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 160,748 miles on the clock, averaging 7,518 miles per year, around 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 RA52 SZW

MOT Status
Due date passed
160,748
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
7,518

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading160,748 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12
Average per year7,518
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RA52 SZW 33k65k97k129k161k '06'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage160,748 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage160,736 miles
Since last MOT+5,140 miles
PASS
Mileage155,596 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage155,594 miles
Since last MOT+6,220 miles
PASS
Mileage149,374 miles
Since last MOT+5,493 miles
PASS
Mileage143,881 miles
Since last MOT+102 miles
FAIL
Mileage143,779 miles
Since last MOT+7,392 miles
PASS
Mileage136,387 miles
Since last MOT+7,780 miles
PASS
Mileage128,607 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,607 miles
Since last MOT+7,260 miles
PASS
Mileage121,347 miles
Since last MOT+4,881 miles
PASS
Mileage116,466 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,466 miles
Since last MOT+7,451 miles
PASS
Mileage109,015 miles
Since last MOT+6,677 miles
PASS
Mileage102,338 miles
Since last MOT+7,151 miles
PASS
Mileage95,187 miles
Since last MOT+7,550 miles
PASS
Mileage87,637 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,637 miles
Since last MOT+7,987 miles
PASS
Mileage79,650 miles
Since last MOT+8,398 miles
PASS
Mileage71,252 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,252 miles
Since last MOT+8,976 miles
PASS
Mileage62,276 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,276 miles
Since last MOT+8,660 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,616 miles
Since last MOT+8,887 miles
PASS
Mileage44,729 miles
Since last MOT+11,419 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,310 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

RegistrationRA52 SZW
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRA — Reading, Reading
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About RA52 SZW

What car is RA52 SZW?

RA52 SZW is an blue Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RA52 SZW?

The last recorded mileage for RA52 SZW was 160,748 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RA52 SZW passed its MOT?

RA52 SZW has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2023.

Is RA52 SZW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA52 SZW 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 RA52 SZW?

RA52 SZW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.