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ET51 HZE

2002 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourBlack
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 2002 Renault Clio Diesel 1461cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 144,987 miles on the clock, averaging 7,307 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 ET51 HZE

MOT Status
Due date passed
144,987
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,307

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
6

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading144,987 miles
Reading date
Miles last year72
Average per year7,307
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ET51 HZE 59k81k102k124k145k '06'18'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage144,987 miles
Since last MOT+72 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,915 miles
Since last MOT+8,929 miles
PASS
Mileage135,986 miles
Since last MOT+10,957 miles
PASS
Mileage125,029 miles
Since last MOT+3,475 miles
PASS
Mileage121,554 miles
Since last MOT+15,656 miles
PASS
Mileage105,898 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,896 miles
Since last MOT+5,918 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,978 miles
Since last MOT+4,802 miles
PASS
Mileage95,176 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,176 miles
Since last MOT+6,089 miles
PASS
Mileage89,087 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,084 miles
Since last MOT+9,696 miles
PASS
Mileage79,388 miles
Since last MOT+8,016 miles
PASS
Mileage71,372 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,353 miles
Since last MOT+12,212 miles
PASS
Mileage59,141 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

RegistrationET51 HZE
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeET — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About ET51 HZE

What car is ET51 HZE?

ET51 HZE is an black Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of ET51 HZE?

The last recorded mileage for ET51 HZE was 144,987 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ET51 HZE passed its MOT?

ET51 HZE has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2018.

Is ET51 HZE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET51 HZE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is ET51 HZE?

ET51 HZE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.