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RL03 HNU

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 109,173 miles on the clock, averaging 10,049 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 RL03 HNU

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,173
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
10,049

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 reading109,173 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,073
Average per year10,049
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RL03 HNU 59k71k84k97k109k '06'11'08

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,173 miles
Since last MOT+9,073 miles
PASS
Mileage100,100 miles
Since last MOT+51 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,049 miles
Since last MOT+8,957 miles
PASS
Mileage91,092 miles
Since last MOT+17,980 miles
PASS
Mileage73,112 miles
Since last MOT+424 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,688 miles
Since last MOT+5,163 miles
PASS
Mileage67,525 miles
Since last MOT+8,841 miles
PASS
Mileage58,684 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,684 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

RegistrationRL03 HNU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRL — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RL03 HNU

What car is RL03 HNU?

RL03 HNU is an black Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RL03 HNU?

The last recorded mileage for RL03 HNU was 109,173 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RL03 HNU passed its MOT?

RL03 HNU has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2011.

Is RL03 HNU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL03 HNU 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 RL03 HNU?

RL03 HNU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.