Vehicle summary
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 2012 Renault Clio Petrol 1149cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 68,400 miles on the clock, averaging 3,999 miles per year, well 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 EF12 SXJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 68,400 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,020 |
| Average per year | 3,999 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | EF12 SXJ |
| Make | Renault |
| Model | Clio |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1149cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About EF12 SXJ
What car is EF12 SXJ?
EF12 SXJ is an blue Renault Clio, petrol (1149cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EF12 SXJ?
The last recorded mileage for EF12 SXJ was 68,400 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF12 SXJ passed its MOT?
EF12 SXJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2026.
Is EF12 SXJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF12 SXJ 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 EF12 SXJ?
EF12 SXJ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.