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RY53 LVK

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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 149,154 miles on the clock, averaging 8,394 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 RY53 LVK

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,154
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
8,394

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 reading149,154 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,441
Average per year8,394
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RY53 LVK 29k59k89k119k149k '06'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,154 miles
Since last MOT+3,441 miles
PASS
Mileage145,713 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage145,709 miles
Since last MOT+8,350 miles
PASS
Mileage137,359 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,359 miles
Since last MOT+3,622 miles
PASS
Mileage133,737 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,737 miles
Since last MOT+3,711 miles
PASS
Mileage130,026 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,026 miles
Since last MOT+2,073 miles
PASS
Mileage127,953 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,953 miles
Since last MOT+9,342 miles
PASS
Mileage118,611 miles
Since last MOT+6,078 miles
PASS
Mileage112,533 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,533 miles
Since last MOT+10,281 miles
PASS
Mileage102,252 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,232 miles
Since last MOT+11,154 miles
PASS
Mileage91,078 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,078 miles
Since last MOT+12,667 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,411 miles
Since last MOT+12,550 miles
PASS
Mileage65,861 miles
Since last MOT+11,944 miles
PASS
Mileage53,917 miles
Since last MOT+12,705 miles
PASS
Mileage41,212 miles
Since last MOT+11,771 miles
PASS
Mileage29,441 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,441 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

RegistrationRY53 LVK
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRY — Reading, Reading
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About RY53 LVK

What car is RY53 LVK?

RY53 LVK is an black Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RY53 LVK?

The last recorded mileage for RY53 LVK was 149,154 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RY53 LVK passed its MOT?

RY53 LVK has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2021.

Is RY53 LVK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY53 LVK 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 RY53 LVK?

RY53 LVK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.