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EF54 BNJ

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 77,430 miles on the clock, averaging 5,741 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 EF54 BNJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,430
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2007
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,741

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading77,430 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year5,741
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF54 BNJ 8k25k43k60k77k '07'20'16

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,430 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
PASS
Mileage77,429 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,429 miles
Since last MOT+9,127 miles
PASS
Mileage68,302 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,301 miles
Since last MOT+7,052 miles
PASS
Mileage61,249 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,249 miles
Since last MOT+9,910 miles
PASS
Mileage51,339 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,321 miles
Since last MOT+5,274 miles
PASS
Mileage46,047 miles
Since last MOT+4,550 miles
PASS
Mileage41,497 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,497 miles
Since last MOT+3,842 miles
PASS
Mileage37,655 miles
Since last MOT+4,294 miles
PASS
Mileage33,361 miles
Since last MOT+4,187 miles
PASS
Mileage29,174 miles
PASS
Mileage29,258 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,258 miles
Since last MOT+12,986 miles
PASS
Mileage16,272 miles
Since last MOT+5,886 miles
PASS
Mileage10,386 miles
Since last MOT+2,439 miles
PASS
Mileage7,947 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

RegistrationEF54 BNJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About EF54 BNJ

What car is EF54 BNJ?

EF54 BNJ is an blue Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of EF54 BNJ?

The last recorded mileage for EF54 BNJ was 77,430 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF54 BNJ passed its MOT?

EF54 BNJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2020.

Is EF54 BNJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF54 BNJ 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 EF54 BNJ?

EF54 BNJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.