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GU05 SOJ

2005 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Red Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourRed
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 2005 Renault Clio Diesel 1461cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 122,977 miles on the clock, averaging 5,869 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 GU05 SOJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,977
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2008
70%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
5,869

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 reading122,977 miles
Reading date
Miles last year590
Average per year5,869
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU05 SOJ 36k58k80k101k123k '08'22'14

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,977 miles
Since last MOT+590 miles
PASS
Mileage122,387 miles
Since last MOT+953 miles
PASS
Mileage121,434 miles
Since last MOT+817 miles
PASS
Mileage120,617 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,610 miles
Since last MOT+1,222 miles
PASS
Mileage119,388 miles
Since last MOT+1,093 miles
PASS
Mileage118,295 miles
Since last MOT+2,330 miles
PASS
Mileage115,965 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,942 miles
Since last MOT+10,128 miles
PASS
Mileage105,814 miles
Since last MOT+15,445 miles
PASS
Mileage90,369 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,367 miles
Since last MOT+316 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,051 miles
Since last MOT+20,381 miles
PASS
Mileage69,670 miles
Since last MOT+7,725 miles
PASS
Mileage61,945 miles
Since last MOT+126 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,819 miles
Since last MOT+7,940 miles
PASS
Mileage53,879 miles
Since last MOT+4,583 miles
PASS
Mileage49,296 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,296 miles
Since last MOT+7,402 miles
PASS
Mileage41,894 miles
Since last MOT+3,915 miles
PASS
Mileage37,979 miles
Since last MOT+1,598 miles
PASS
Mileage36,381 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,372 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

RegistrationGU05 SOJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About GU05 SOJ

What car is GU05 SOJ?

GU05 SOJ is a red Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.

What is the mileage of GU05 SOJ?

The last recorded mileage for GU05 SOJ was 122,977 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU05 SOJ passed its MOT?

GU05 SOJ has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2022.

Is GU05 SOJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU05 SOJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is GU05 SOJ?

GU05 SOJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.