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RN52 DHO

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Grey Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourGrey
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 140,065 miles on the clock, averaging 8,005 miles per year, around 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 DHO

MOT Status
Due date passed
140,065
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,005

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading140,065 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15
Average per year8,005
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RN52 DHO 54k75k97k118k140k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage140,065 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,050 miles
Since last MOT+401 miles
PASS
Mileage139,649 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,640 miles
Since last MOT+3,745 miles
PASS
Mileage135,895 miles
Since last MOT+2,956 miles
PASS
Mileage132,939 miles
Since last MOT+4,055 miles
PASS
Mileage128,884 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,884 miles
Since last MOT+10,820 miles
PASS
Mileage118,064 miles
Since last MOT+260 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,804 miles
Since last MOT+11,313 miles
PASS
Mileage106,491 miles
Since last MOT+256 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,235 miles
Since last MOT+12,121 miles
PASS
Mileage94,114 miles
Since last MOT+54,480 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,634 miles
PASS
Mileage81,846 miles
Since last MOT+5,141 miles
PASS
Mileage76,705 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,705 miles
Since last MOT+11,361 miles
PASS
Mileage65,344 miles
Since last MOT+11,807 miles
PASS
Mileage53,537 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 DHO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRN — Reading, Reading
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About RN52 DHO

What car is RN52 DHO?

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

What is the mileage of RN52 DHO?

The last recorded mileage for RN52 DHO was 140,065 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RN52 DHO passed its MOT?

RN52 DHO has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2017.

Is RN52 DHO ULEZ compliant?

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

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