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RN52 CAV

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourBlue
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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 113,560 miles on the clock, averaging 4,038 miles per year, well 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 RN52 CAV

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,560
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
4,038

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading113,560 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,594
Average per year4,038
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RN52 CAV 41k59k77k95k114k '06'24'15

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,560 miles
Since last MOT+1,594 miles
PASS
Mileage111,966 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,961 miles
Since last MOT+1,471 miles
PASS
Mileage110,490 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,490 miles
Since last MOT+1,011 miles
PASS
Mileage109,479 miles
Since last MOT+1,674 miles
PASS
Mileage107,805 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,805 miles
Since last MOT+2,594 miles
PASS
Mileage105,211 miles
Since last MOT+3,353 miles
PASS
Mileage101,858 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,858 miles
Since last MOT+1,340 miles
PASS
Mileage100,518 miles
Since last MOT+2,216 miles
PASS
Mileage98,302 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,302 miles
Since last MOT+5,111 miles
PASS
Mileage93,191 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,191 miles
Since last MOT+6,169 miles
PASS
Mileage87,022 miles
Since last MOT+1,805 miles
PASS
Mileage85,217 miles
Since last MOT+3,172 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,045 miles
Since last MOT+4,620 miles
PASS
Mileage77,425 miles
Since last MOT+108 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,317 miles
Since last MOT+7,303 miles
PASS
Mileage70,014 miles
Since last MOT+7,558 miles
PASS
Mileage62,456 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,456 miles
Since last MOT+9,325 miles
PASS
Mileage53,131 miles
Since last MOT+11,847 miles
PASS
Mileage41,284 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

RegistrationRN52 CAV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRN — Reading, Reading
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About RN52 CAV

What car is RN52 CAV?

RN52 CAV is an blue Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RN52 CAV?

The last recorded mileage for RN52 CAV was 113,560 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RN52 CAV passed its MOT?

RN52 CAV has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2024.

Is RN52 CAV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN52 CAV 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 RN52 CAV?

RN52 CAV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.