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RJ03 HPV

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourSilver
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 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 147,917 miles on the clock, averaging 5,534 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 RJ03 HPV

MOT Status
Due date passed
147,917
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
5,534

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 reading147,917 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,534
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ03 HPV 81k98k115k131k148k '06'18'11

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage147,917 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage147,917 miles
Since last MOT+4,423 miles
PASS
Mileage143,494 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage143,485 miles
Since last MOT+1,792 miles
PASS
Mileage141,693 miles
Since last MOT+837 miles
PASS
Mileage140,856 miles
Since last MOT+735 miles
PASS
Mileage140,121 miles
Since last MOT+2,256 miles
PASS
Mileage137,865 miles
Since last MOT+2,064 miles
PASS
Mileage135,801 miles
Since last MOT+578 miles
PASS
Mileage135,223 miles
Since last MOT+1,005 miles
PASS
Mileage134,218 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,218 miles
Since last MOT+2,877 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,341 miles
Since last MOT+1,997 miles
PASS
Mileage129,344 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,344 miles
Since last MOT+22,927 miles
PASS
Mileage106,417 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,417 miles
Since last MOT+25,276 miles
PASS
Mileage81,141 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,141 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

RegistrationRJ03 HPV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RJ03 HPV

What car is RJ03 HPV?

RJ03 HPV is an silver Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RJ03 HPV?

The last recorded mileage for RJ03 HPV was 147,917 miles, recorded on 9 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ03 HPV passed its MOT?

RJ03 HPV has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 Apr 2018.

Is RJ03 HPV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ03 HPV 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 RJ03 HPV?

RJ03 HPV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.