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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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 105,677 miles on the clock, averaging 5,208 miles per year, below 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 XEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,677 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,822 |
| Average per year | 5,208 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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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
| Registration | AY08 XEL |
| Make | Renault |
| Model | Clio |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1149cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AY08 XEL
What car is AY08 XEL?
AY08 XEL is an blue Renault Clio, petrol (1149cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2008.
What is the mileage of AY08 XEL?
The last recorded mileage for AY08 XEL was 105,677 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY08 XEL passed its MOT?
AY08 XEL has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2025.
Is AY08 XEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY08 XEL 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 XEL?
AY08 XEL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.