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SH53 AKZ

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Red Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
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 2003 Renault Clio Diesel 1461cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 81,428 miles on the clock, averaging 7,067 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 SH53 AKZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,428
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,067

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading81,428 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,749
Average per year7,067
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SH53 AKZ 18k34k50k66k81k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,428 miles
Since last MOT+6,749 miles
PASS
Mileage74,679 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,678 miles
Since last MOT+8,101 miles
PASS
Mileage66,577 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,574 miles
Since last MOT+6,873 miles
PASS
Mileage59,701 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,701 miles
Since last MOT+5,011 miles
PASS
Mileage54,690 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,690 miles
Since last MOT+5,585 miles
PASS
Mileage49,105 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,103 miles
Since last MOT+7,376 miles
PASS
Mileage41,727 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,725 miles
Since last MOT+8,390 miles
PASS
Mileage33,335 miles
Since last MOT+7,652 miles
PASS
Mileage25,683 miles
Since last MOT+7,829 miles
PASS
Mileage17,854 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

RegistrationSH53 AKZ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SH53 AKZ

What car is SH53 AKZ?

SH53 AKZ is an red Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SH53 AKZ?

The last recorded mileage for SH53 AKZ was 81,428 miles, recorded on 21 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH53 AKZ passed its MOT?

SH53 AKZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Sep 2015.

Is SH53 AKZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH53 AKZ 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 SH53 AKZ?

SH53 AKZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.