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CU52 VGL

2002 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
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 2002 Renault Clio Diesel 1461cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 120,793 miles on the clock, averaging 7,307 miles per year, below 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 VGL

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,793
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2005
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,307

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading120,793 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,307
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CU52 VGL 52k69k86k104k121k '05'15'12

Check CU52 VGL

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,793 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,793 miles
Since last MOT+4,210 miles
PASS
Mileage116,583 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,583 miles
Since last MOT+7,347 miles
PASS
Mileage109,236 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,236 miles
Since last MOT+6,015 miles
PASS
Mileage103,221 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,221 miles
Since last MOT+8,648 miles
PASS
Mileage94,573 miles
Since last MOT+7,203 miles
PASS
Mileage87,370 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,358 miles
Since last MOT+8,062 miles
PASS
Mileage79,296 miles
Since last MOT+8,843 miles
PASS
Mileage70,453 miles
Since last MOT+10,685 miles
PASS
Mileage59,768 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,768 miles
Since last MOT+7,731 miles
PASS
Mileage52,037 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 VGL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeCU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About CU52 VGL

What car is CU52 VGL?

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

What is the mileage of CU52 VGL?

The last recorded mileage for CU52 VGL was 120,793 miles, recorded on 8 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU52 VGL passed its MOT?

CU52 VGL has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 May 2015.

Is CU52 VGL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU52 VGL 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 VGL?

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