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SY03 VNE

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Yellow Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourYellow
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 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 134,351 miles on the clock, averaging 7,068 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 SY03 VNE

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,351
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,068

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading134,351 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year7,068
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY03 VNE 45k67k90k112k134k '06'18'11

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,351 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,348 miles
Since last MOT+4,295 miles
PASS
Mileage130,053 miles
Since last MOT+7,591 miles
PASS
Mileage122,462 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,462 miles
Since last MOT+6,206 miles
PASS
Mileage116,256 miles
Since last MOT+121 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,135 miles
Since last MOT+10,285 miles
PASS
Mileage105,850 miles
Since last MOT+10,468 miles
PASS
Mileage95,382 miles
Since last MOT+10,748 miles
PASS
Mileage84,634 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,634 miles
Since last MOT+14,356 miles
PASS
Mileage70,278 miles
Since last MOT+4,817 miles
PASS
Mileage65,461 miles
Since last MOT+7,234 miles
PASS
Mileage58,227 miles
Since last MOT+6,808 miles
PASS
Mileage51,419 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,419 miles
Since last MOT+6,291 miles
PASS
Mileage45,128 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,128 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

RegistrationSY03 VNE
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SY03 VNE

What car is SY03 VNE?

SY03 VNE is an yellow Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.

What is the mileage of SY03 VNE?

The last recorded mileage for SY03 VNE was 134,351 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY03 VNE passed its MOT?

SY03 VNE has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2018.

Is SY03 VNE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY03 VNE 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 SY03 VNE?

SY03 VNE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.