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RF53 DDA

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourBlack
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 136,155 miles on the clock, averaging 9,929 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 RF53 DDA

MOT Status
Due date passed
136,155
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
9,929

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading136,155 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,678
Average per year9,929
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF53 DDA 87k99k112k124k136k '06'11'09

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage136,155 miles
Since last MOT+6,678 miles
PASS
Mileage129,477 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,477 miles
Since last MOT+5,569 miles
PASS
Mileage123,908 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,908 miles
Since last MOT+6,047 miles
PASS
Mileage117,861 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,861 miles
Since last MOT+7,781 miles
PASS
Mileage110,080 miles
Since last MOT+23,154 miles
PASS
Mileage86,926 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

RegistrationRF53 DDA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About RF53 DDA

What car is RF53 DDA?

RF53 DDA is an black Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RF53 DDA?

The last recorded mileage for RF53 DDA was 136,155 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF53 DDA passed its MOT?

RF53 DDA has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2011.

Is RF53 DDA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF53 DDA 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 RF53 DDA?

RF53 DDA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.