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EF04 SXJ

2004 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2004
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 2004 Renault Clio Diesel 1461cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 108,552 miles on the clock, averaging 4,819 miles per year, well 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 EF04 SXJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,552
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
4,819

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading108,552 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,958
Average per year4,819
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF04 SXJ 62k74k85k97k109k '07'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage108,552 miles
Since last MOT+1,958 miles
PASS
Mileage106,594 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,572 miles
Since last MOT+2,743 miles
PASS
Mileage103,829 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,829 miles
Since last MOT+2,253 miles
PASS
Mileage101,576 miles
Since last MOT+1,605 miles
PASS
Mileage99,971 miles
Since last MOT+1,270 miles
PASS
Mileage98,701 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,701 miles
Since last MOT+2,483 miles
PASS
Mileage96,218 miles
Since last MOT+2,510 miles
PASS
Mileage93,708 miles
Since last MOT+1,587 miles
PASS
Mileage92,121 miles
Since last MOT+10,573 miles
PASS
Mileage81,548 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,548 miles
Since last MOT+19,682 miles
PASS
Mileage61,866 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

RegistrationEF04 SXJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About EF04 SXJ

What car is EF04 SXJ?

EF04 SXJ is an blue Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of EF04 SXJ?

The last recorded mileage for EF04 SXJ was 108,552 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF04 SXJ passed its MOT?

EF04 SXJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 31 Jan 2017.

Is EF04 SXJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF04 SXJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is EF04 SXJ?

EF04 SXJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.