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CU52 VGY

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Blue Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
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 2003 Renault Clio Diesel 1461cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 97,692 miles on the clock, averaging 5,596 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 VGY

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,692
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
5,596

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 reading97,692 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,201
Average per year5,596
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CU52 VGY 17k37k57k77k98k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,692 miles
Since last MOT+4,201 miles
PASS
Mileage93,491 miles
Since last MOT+3,015 miles
PASS
Mileage90,476 miles
Since last MOT+1,750 miles
PASS
Mileage88,726 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,726 miles
Since last MOT+6,205 miles
PASS
Mileage82,521 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,512 miles
Since last MOT+7,316 miles
PASS
Mileage75,196 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,180 miles
Since last MOT+8,093 miles
PASS
Mileage67,087 miles
Since last MOT+168 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,919 miles
Since last MOT+8,656 miles
PASS
Mileage58,263 miles
Since last MOT+57 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,206 miles
Since last MOT+2,513 miles
PASS
Mileage55,693 miles
Since last MOT+6,194 miles
PASS
Mileage49,499 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,499 miles
Since last MOT+7,309 miles
PASS
Mileage42,190 miles
Since last MOT+5,547 miles
PASS
Mileage36,643 miles
Since last MOT+5,252 miles
PASS
Mileage31,391 miles
Since last MOT+8,130 miles
PASS
Mileage23,261 miles
Since last MOT+6,419 miles
PASS
Mileage16,842 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage16,842 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 VGY
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About CU52 VGY

What car is CU52 VGY?

CU52 VGY is a blue Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.

What is the mileage of CU52 VGY?

The last recorded mileage for CU52 VGY was 97,692 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU52 VGY passed its MOT?

CU52 VGY has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2020.

Is CU52 VGY ULEZ compliant?

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

CU52 VGY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.