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RF03 RFZ

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourRed
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 75,156 miles on the clock, averaging 4,675 miles per year, well 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 RF03 RFZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
75,156
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
4,675

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading75,156 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,854
Average per year4,675
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF03 RFZ 7k24k41k58k75k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,156 miles
Since last MOT+7,854 miles
PASS
Mileage67,302 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,302 miles
Since last MOT+2,039 miles
PASS
Mileage65,263 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,263 miles
Since last MOT+6,795 miles
PASS
Mileage58,468 miles
Since last MOT+4,538 miles
PASS
Mileage53,930 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,930 miles
Since last MOT+8,103 miles
PASS
Mileage45,827 miles
Since last MOT+7,325 miles
PASS
Mileage38,502 miles
Since last MOT+5,481 miles
PASS
Mileage33,021 miles
Since last MOT+3,753 miles
PASS
Mileage29,268 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,268 miles
Since last MOT+6,629 miles
PASS
Mileage22,639 miles
Since last MOT+8,588 miles
PASS
Mileage14,051 miles
Since last MOT+1,868 miles
PASS
Mileage12,183 miles
Since last MOT+1,861 miles
PASS
Mileage10,322 miles
Since last MOT+1,172 miles
PASS
Mileage9,150 miles
Since last MOT+1,796 miles
PASS
Mileage7,354 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

RegistrationRF03 RFZ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RF03 RFZ

What car is RF03 RFZ?

RF03 RFZ is an red Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RF03 RFZ?

The last recorded mileage for RF03 RFZ was 75,156 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF03 RFZ passed its MOT?

RF03 RFZ has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2020.

Is RF03 RFZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF03 RFZ 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 RF03 RFZ?

RF03 RFZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.