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AY08 XAJ

2008 Renault Clio · Petrol · 1149cc

Red Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1149cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 2008 Renault Clio Petrol 1149cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 70,709 miles on the clock, averaging 8,145 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Renault Clio issues include electric window regulators (all variants) and brake light switch (all variants).

MOT & Mileage History for AY08 XAJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
70,709
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2011
56%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
8,145

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading70,709 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,817
Average per year8,145
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AY08 XAJ 18k32k45k58k71k '11'17'14

Check AY08 XAJ

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage70,709 miles
Since last MOT+8,817 miles
PASS
Mileage61,892 miles
PASS
Mileage69,766 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,766 miles
Since last MOT+26,323 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,443 miles
Since last MOT+10,902 miles
PASS
Mileage32,541 miles
Since last MOT+5,171 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,370 miles
Since last MOT+8,876 miles
PASS
Mileage18,494 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage18,485 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Renault Clio

These are the most commonly reported problems on Renault Clio models (2005–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Electric window regulators (all variants)

· Typical repair: £50-150 per door (DIY washers or new regulator; indy garage).

Brake light switch (all variants)

· Typical repair: £20-60 (simple swap under dash).

Front suspension strut bushes (all variants)

· Typical repair: £150-300 per side (bushes + alignment).

Alternator pulley (all variants)

· Typical repair: £100-250 (pulley) or £300-500 (full alternator).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 XAJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1149cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeAY — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About AY08 XAJ

What car is AY08 XAJ?

AY08 XAJ is an red Renault Clio, petrol (1149cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2008.

What is the mileage of AY08 XAJ?

The last recorded mileage for AY08 XAJ was 70,709 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AY08 XAJ passed its MOT?

AY08 XAJ has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2017.

Is AY08 XAJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY08 XAJ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is AY08 XAJ?

AY08 XAJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.