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SY53 LRA

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Red Registered in Inverness, 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 122,441 miles on the clock, averaging 9,246 miles per year, above 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 SY53 LRA

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,441
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
9,246

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading122,441 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,228
Average per year9,246
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY53 LRA 31k54k77k100k122k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,441 miles
Since last MOT+4,228 miles
PASS
Mileage118,213 miles
Since last MOT+24,323 miles
PASS
Mileage93,890 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,889 miles
Since last MOT+327 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,562 miles
Since last MOT+6,584 miles
PASS
Mileage86,978 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,978 miles
Since last MOT+8,259 miles
PASS
Mileage78,719 miles
Since last MOT+257 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,462 miles
Since last MOT+6,886 miles
PASS
Mileage71,576 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,576 miles
Since last MOT+9,685 miles
PASS
Mileage61,891 miles
Since last MOT+8,770 miles
PASS
Mileage53,121 miles
Since last MOT+2,206 miles
PASS
Mileage50,915 miles
Since last MOT+6,378 miles
PASS
Mileage44,537 miles
Since last MOT+13,222 miles
PASS
Mileage31,315 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,315 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

RegistrationSY53 LRA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SY53 LRA

What car is SY53 LRA?

SY53 LRA is an red Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.

What is the mileage of SY53 LRA?

The last recorded mileage for SY53 LRA was 122,441 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY53 LRA passed its MOT?

SY53 LRA has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2016.

Is SY53 LRA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY53 LRA 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 SY53 LRA?

SY53 LRA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.