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SM53 LZR

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Blue Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourBlue
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 133,635 miles on the clock, averaging 8,426 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 SM53 LZR

MOT Status
Due date passed
133,635
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,426

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 reading133,635 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,426
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SM53 LZR 57k76k95k115k134k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage133,635 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,635 miles
Since last MOT+6,807 miles
PASS
Mileage126,828 miles
Since last MOT+49 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,779 miles
Since last MOT+8,326 miles
PASS
Mileage118,453 miles
Since last MOT+187 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,266 miles
Since last MOT+8,550 miles
PASS
Mileage109,716 miles
Since last MOT+10,232 miles
PASS
Mileage99,484 miles
Since last MOT+7,933 miles
PASS
Mileage91,551 miles
Since last MOT+65 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,486 miles
Since last MOT+6,653 miles
PASS
Mileage84,833 miles
Since last MOT+7,813 miles
PASS
Mileage77,020 miles
Since last MOT+8,274 miles
PASS
Mileage68,746 miles
Since last MOT+11,400 miles
PASS
Mileage57,346 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,346 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

RegistrationSM53 LZR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSM — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SM53 LZR

What car is SM53 LZR?

SM53 LZR is an blue Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.

What is the mileage of SM53 LZR?

The last recorded mileage for SM53 LZR was 133,635 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SM53 LZR passed its MOT?

SM53 LZR has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2015.

Is SM53 LZR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 LZR 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 SM53 LZR?

SM53 LZR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.