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RJ53 JFO

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 105,169 miles on the clock, averaging 7,236 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 RJ53 JFO

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,169
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
7,236

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 reading105,169 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,236
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ53 JFO 11k35k58k82k105k '06'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,169 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,169 miles
Since last MOT+104 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,065 miles
Since last MOT+7,566 miles
PASS
Mileage97,499 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,499 miles
Since last MOT+8,307 miles
PASS
Mileage89,192 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,192 miles
Since last MOT+8,225 miles
PASS
Mileage80,967 miles
Since last MOT+56 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,911 miles
Since last MOT+7,768 miles
PASS
Mileage73,143 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,143 miles
Since last MOT+7,884 miles
PASS
Mileage65,259 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,255 miles
Since last MOT+6,032 miles
PASS
Mileage59,223 miles
Since last MOT+268 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,955 miles
Since last MOT+6,510 miles
PASS
Mileage52,445 miles
Since last MOT+3,497 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,948 miles
Since last MOT+3,035 miles
PASS
Mileage45,913 miles
Since last MOT+7,241 miles
PASS
Mileage38,672 miles
Since last MOT+9,533 miles
PASS
Mileage29,139 miles
Since last MOT+10,976 miles
PASS
Mileage18,163 miles
Since last MOT+6,921 miles
PASS
Mileage11,242 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

RegistrationRJ53 JFO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About RJ53 JFO

What car is RJ53 JFO?

RJ53 JFO is an red Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RJ53 JFO?

The last recorded mileage for RJ53 JFO was 105,169 miles, recorded on 13 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ53 JFO passed its MOT?

RJ53 JFO has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 13 Sep 2019.

Is RJ53 JFO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ53 JFO 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 RJ53 JFO?

RJ53 JFO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.