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SH53 RXM

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 186,289 miles on the clock, averaging 14,113 miles per year, above 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 RXM

MOT Status
Due date passed
186,289
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
14,113

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading186,289 miles
Reading date
Average per year14,113
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH53 RXM 25k65k106k146k186k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage186,289 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage186,289 miles
Since last MOT+21,358 miles
PASS
Mileage164,931 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage164,931 miles
Since last MOT+16,784 miles
PASS
Mileage148,147 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,147 miles
Since last MOT+13,182 miles
PASS
Mileage134,965 miles
Since last MOT+13,764 miles
PASS
Mileage121,201 miles
Since last MOT+15,518 miles
PASS
Mileage105,683 miles
Since last MOT+3,579 miles
PASS
Mileage102,104 miles
Since last MOT+13,123 miles
PASS
Mileage88,981 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,981 miles
Since last MOT+18,303 miles
PASS
Mileage70,678 miles
Since last MOT+235 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,443 miles
Since last MOT+18,026 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,417 miles
Since last MOT+11,420 miles
PASS
Mileage40,997 miles
Since last MOT+16,208 miles
PASS
Mileage24,789 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage24,789 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 RXM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SH53 RXM

What car is SH53 RXM?

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

What is the mileage of SH53 RXM?

The last recorded mileage for SH53 RXM was 186,289 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH53 RXM passed its MOT?

SH53 RXM has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Apr 2018.

Is SH53 RXM ULEZ compliant?

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

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