Vehicle summary
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 2008 Renault Clio Petrol 1998cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 91,729 miles on the clock, averaging 5,398 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Renault Clio issues include electric window regulators (all variants) and brake light switch (all variants).
MOT & Mileage History for RA53 GTS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 91,729 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,379 |
| Average per year | 5,398 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Renault Clio
These are the most commonly reported problems on Renault Clio models (2005–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Electric window regulators (all variants)
· Typical repair: £50-150 per door (DIY washers or new regulator; indy garage).
Brake light switch (all variants)
· Typical repair: £20-60 (simple swap under dash).
Front suspension strut bushes (all variants)
· Typical repair: £150-300 per side (bushes + alignment).
Alternator pulley (all variants)
· Typical repair: £100-250 (pulley) or £300-500 (full alternator).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA53 GTS |
| Make | Renault |
| Model | Clio |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1998cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RA53 GTS
What car is RA53 GTS?
RA53 GTS is an blue Renault Clio, petrol (1998cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RA53 GTS?
The last recorded mileage for RA53 GTS was 91,729 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA53 GTS passed its MOT?
RA53 GTS has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2023.
Is RA53 GTS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA53 GTS is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is RA53 GTS?
RA53 GTS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.