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RE53 KZR

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 106,493 miles on the clock, averaging 5,972 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 RE53 KZR

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,493
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,972

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading106,493 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,966
Average per year5,972
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RE53 KZR 35k53k71k89k106k '06'18'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,493 miles
Since last MOT+5,966 miles
PASS
Mileage100,527 miles
Since last MOT+5,379 miles
PASS
Mileage95,148 miles
Since last MOT+6,910 miles
PASS
Mileage88,238 miles
Since last MOT+6,400 miles
PASS
Mileage81,838 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,838 miles
Since last MOT+7,438 miles
PASS
Mileage74,400 miles
Since last MOT+7,566 miles
PASS
Mileage66,834 miles
Since last MOT+5,879 miles
PASS
Mileage60,955 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,955 miles
Since last MOT+3,678 miles
PASS
Mileage57,277 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,277 miles
Since last MOT+4,116 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,161 miles
Since last MOT+4,036 miles
PASS
Mileage49,125 miles
Since last MOT+4,374 miles
PASS
Mileage44,751 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,751 miles
Since last MOT+10,212 miles
PASS
Mileage34,539 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

RegistrationRE53 KZR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRE — Reading, Reading
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About RE53 KZR

What car is RE53 KZR?

RE53 KZR is an blue Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RE53 KZR?

The last recorded mileage for RE53 KZR was 106,493 miles, recorded on 25 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RE53 KZR passed its MOT?

RE53 KZR has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Aug 2018.

Is RE53 KZR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE53 KZR 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 RE53 KZR?

RE53 KZR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.