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CU52 TNL

2002 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Red Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
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 2002 Renault Clio Diesel 1461cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 144,398 miles on the clock, averaging 9,177 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 CU52 TNL

MOT Status
Due date passed
144,398
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2005
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
9,177

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 reading144,398 miles
Reading date
Miles last year42
Average per year9,177
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CU52 TNL 51k74k98k121k144k '05'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage144,398 miles
Since last MOT+42 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,356 miles
Since last MOT+16,836 miles
PASS
Mileage127,520 miles
Since last MOT+10,261 miles
PASS
Mileage117,259 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,259 miles
Since last MOT+4,143 miles
PASS
Mileage113,116 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,116 miles
Since last MOT+7,808 miles
PASS
Mileage105,308 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,308 miles
Since last MOT+10,074 miles
PASS
Mileage95,234 miles
Since last MOT+9,577 miles
PASS
Mileage85,657 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,657 miles
Since last MOT+11,966 miles
PASS
Mileage73,691 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,691 miles
Since last MOT+4,913 miles
PASS
Mileage68,778 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,778 miles
Since last MOT+10,214 miles
PASS
Mileage58,564 miles
Since last MOT+7,713 miles
PASS
Mileage50,851 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

RegistrationCU52 TNL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeCU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About CU52 TNL

What car is CU52 TNL?

CU52 TNL is a red Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Swansea in 2002.

What is the mileage of CU52 TNL?

The last recorded mileage for CU52 TNL was 144,398 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU52 TNL passed its MOT?

CU52 TNL has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2015.

Is CU52 TNL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU52 TNL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is CU52 TNL?

CU52 TNL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.