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ST53 HRE

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Red Registered in Dundee, 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 118,246 miles on the clock, averaging 8,520 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 ST53 HRE

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,246
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
8,520

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 reading118,246 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,933
Average per year8,520
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ST53 HRE 24k48k71k95k118k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,246 miles
Since last MOT+9,933 miles
PASS
Mileage108,313 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,313 miles
Since last MOT+3,905 miles
PASS
Mileage104,408 miles
Since last MOT+40 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,368 miles
Since last MOT+5,456 miles
PASS
Mileage98,912 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,906 miles
Since last MOT+8,590 miles
PASS
Mileage90,316 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,316 miles
Since last MOT+14,884 miles
PASS
Mileage75,432 miles
Since last MOT+441 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,991 miles
Since last MOT+17,051 miles
PASS
Mileage57,940 miles
Since last MOT+9,630 miles
PASS
Mileage48,310 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,310 miles
Since last MOT+5,607 miles
PASS
Mileage42,703 miles
Since last MOT+6,593 miles
PASS
Mileage36,110 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,109 miles
Since last MOT+5,397 miles
PASS
Mileage30,712 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,708 miles
Since last MOT+6,466 miles
PASS
Mileage24,242 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

RegistrationST53 HRE
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeST — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About ST53 HRE

What car is ST53 HRE?

ST53 HRE is an red Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Dundee in 2003.

What is the mileage of ST53 HRE?

The last recorded mileage for ST53 HRE was 118,246 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ST53 HRE passed its MOT?

ST53 HRE has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2017.

Is ST53 HRE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST53 HRE 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 ST53 HRE?

ST53 HRE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.