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RJ04 VTU

2004 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2004
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 2004 Renault Clio Diesel 1461cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 98,965 miles on the clock, averaging 9,261 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 RJ04 VTU

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,965
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,261

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading98,965 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,490
Average per year9,261
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RJ04 VTU 18k38k58k79k99k '06'15'11

Check RJ04 VTU

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage98,965 miles
Since last MOT+7,490 miles
PASS
Mileage91,475 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,459 miles
Since last MOT+9,148 miles
PASS
Mileage82,311 miles
Since last MOT+40 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,271 miles
Since last MOT+7,893 miles
PASS
Mileage74,378 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,368 miles
Since last MOT+6,772 miles
PASS
Mileage67,596 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,596 miles
Since last MOT+12,515 miles
PASS
Mileage55,081 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,081 miles
Since last MOT+8,612 miles
PASS
Mileage46,469 miles
Since last MOT+9,194 miles
PASS
Mileage37,275 miles
Since last MOT+10,261 miles
PASS
Mileage27,014 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,014 miles
Since last MOT+9,027 miles
PASS
Mileage17,987 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

RegistrationRJ04 VTU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About RJ04 VTU

What car is RJ04 VTU?

RJ04 VTU is an silver Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.

What is the mileage of RJ04 VTU?

The last recorded mileage for RJ04 VTU was 98,965 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ04 VTU passed its MOT?

RJ04 VTU has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 27 Mar 2015.

Is RJ04 VTU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ04 VTU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is RJ04 VTU?

RJ04 VTU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.