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RL53 PDZ

2004 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2004
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 2004 Renault Clio Diesel 1461cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 10 (55% pass rate). It has 118,718 miles on the clock, averaging 7,260 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 RL53 PDZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,718
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2007
55%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
7,260

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 reading118,718 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,260
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RL53 PDZ 37k58k78k98k119k '07'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,718 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,718 miles
Since last MOT+5,215 miles
PASS
Mileage113,503 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,501 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,493 miles
Since last MOT+112 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,381 miles
Since last MOT+5,546 miles
PASS
Mileage107,835 miles
Since last MOT+3,085 miles
PASS
Mileage104,750 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,741 miles
Since last MOT+3,602 miles
PASS
Mileage101,139 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,139 miles
Since last MOT+4,395 miles
PASS
Mileage96,744 miles
Since last MOT+4,365 miles
PASS
Mileage92,379 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,379 miles
Since last MOT+6,791 miles
PASS
Mileage85,588 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,588 miles
Since last MOT+11,413 miles
PASS
Mileage74,175 miles
Since last MOT+366 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,809 miles
Since last MOT+12,283 miles
PASS
Mileage61,526 miles
Since last MOT+11,312 miles
PASS
Mileage50,214 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,213 miles
Since last MOT+13,083 miles
PASS
Mileage37,130 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

RegistrationRL53 PDZ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeRL — Reading, Reading
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About RL53 PDZ

What car is RL53 PDZ?

RL53 PDZ is an red Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.

What is the mileage of RL53 PDZ?

The last recorded mileage for RL53 PDZ was 118,718 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RL53 PDZ passed its MOT?

RL53 PDZ has had 22 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (12 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 16 Apr 2018.

Is RL53 PDZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL53 PDZ 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 RL53 PDZ?

RL53 PDZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.