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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 101,207 miles on the clock, averaging 7,022 miles per year, 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 SXM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,207 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,022 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 SXM |
| 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 SXM
What car is EF12 SXM?
EF12 SXM is an blue Renault Clio, petrol (1149cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EF12 SXM?
The last recorded mileage for EF12 SXM was 101,207 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF12 SXM passed its MOT?
EF12 SXM has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2026.
Is EF12 SXM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF12 SXM 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 SXM?
EF12 SXM is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.