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SY03 VNJ

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Blue Registered in Inverness, 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 114,614 miles on the clock, averaging 8,648 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 SY03 VNJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,614
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,648

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading114,614 miles
Reading date
Miles last year22
Average per year8,648
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY03 VNJ 29k50k72k93k115k '06'16'10

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,614 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,592 miles
Since last MOT+5,148 miles
PASS
Mileage109,444 miles
Since last MOT+10,778 miles
PASS
Mileage98,666 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,662 miles
Since last MOT+10,433 miles
PASS
Mileage88,229 miles
Since last MOT+8,324 miles
PASS
Mileage79,905 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,904 miles
Since last MOT+9,262 miles
PASS
Mileage70,642 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,642 miles
Since last MOT+4,306 miles
PASS
Mileage66,336 miles
Since last MOT+14,614 miles
PASS
Mileage51,722 miles
Since last MOT+171 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,551 miles
Since last MOT+5,680 miles
PASS
Mileage45,871 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,871 miles
Since last MOT+12,779 miles
PASS
Mileage33,092 miles
Since last MOT+4,072 miles
PASS
Mileage29,020 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 VNJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SY03 VNJ

What car is SY03 VNJ?

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

What is the mileage of SY03 VNJ?

The last recorded mileage for SY03 VNJ was 114,614 miles, recorded on 29 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY03 VNJ passed its MOT?

SY03 VNJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Feb 2016.

Is SY03 VNJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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