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EU02 XLY

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 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 129,233 miles on the clock, averaging 6,323 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 EU02 XLY

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,233
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,323

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading129,233 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14
Average per year6,323
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EU02 XLY 52k71k90k110k129k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,233 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,219 miles
Since last MOT+1,238 miles
PASS
Mileage127,981 miles
Since last MOT+5,122 miles
PASS
Mileage122,859 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,859 miles
Since last MOT+7,736 miles
PASS
Mileage115,123 miles
Since last MOT+8,218 miles
PASS
Mileage106,905 miles
Since last MOT+7,817 miles
PASS
Mileage99,088 miles
Since last MOT+175 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,913 miles
Since last MOT+7,704 miles
PASS
Mileage91,209 miles
Since last MOT+8,133 miles
PASS
Mileage83,076 miles
Since last MOT+7,261 miles
PASS
Mileage75,815 miles
Since last MOT+7,373 miles
PASS
Mileage68,442 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,419 miles
Since last MOT+7,705 miles
PASS
Mileage60,714 miles
Since last MOT+9,142 miles
PASS
Mileage51,572 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

RegistrationEU02 XLY
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEU — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EU02 XLY

What car is EU02 XLY?

EU02 XLY is an black Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EU02 XLY?

The last recorded mileage for EU02 XLY was 129,233 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU02 XLY passed its MOT?

EU02 XLY has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2018.

Is EU02 XLY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU02 XLY 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 EU02 XLY?

EU02 XLY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.