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SL53 KJV

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Black Registered in Edinburgh, 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 118,509 miles on the clock, averaging 8,332 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 SL53 KJV

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,509
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,332

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading118,509 miles
Reading date
Miles last year646
Average per year8,332
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL53 KJV 27k50k73k96k119k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,509 miles
Since last MOT+646 miles
PASS
Mileage117,863 miles
Since last MOT+792 miles
PASS
Mileage117,071 miles
Since last MOT+1,383 miles
PASS
Mileage115,688 miles
Since last MOT+7,462 miles
PASS
Mileage108,226 miles
Since last MOT+5,987 miles
PASS
Mileage102,239 miles
Since last MOT+4,598 miles
PASS
Mileage97,641 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,637 miles
Since last MOT+10,160 miles
PASS
Mileage87,477 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,476 miles
Since last MOT+11,022 miles
PASS
Mileage76,454 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,454 miles
Since last MOT+15,515 miles
PASS
Mileage60,939 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,939 miles
Since last MOT+15,707 miles
PASS
Mileage45,232 miles
Since last MOT+857 miles
PASS
Mileage44,375 miles
Since last MOT+17,068 miles
PASS
Mileage27,307 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

RegistrationSL53 KJV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SL53 KJV

What car is SL53 KJV?

SL53 KJV is an black Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.

What is the mileage of SL53 KJV?

The last recorded mileage for SL53 KJV was 118,509 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL53 KJV passed its MOT?

SL53 KJV has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Sep 2017.

Is SL53 KJV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL53 KJV 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 SL53 KJV?

SL53 KJV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.