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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 136,117 miles on the clock, averaging 7,331 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 GU12 HWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,117 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7 |
| Average per year | 7,331 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | GU12 HWJ |
| Make | Renault |
| Model | Clio |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1149cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About GU12 HWJ
What car is GU12 HWJ?
GU12 HWJ is a blue Renault Clio, petrol (1149cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.
What is the mileage of GU12 HWJ?
The last recorded mileage for GU12 HWJ was 136,117 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU12 HWJ passed its MOT?
GU12 HWJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2025.
Is GU12 HWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU12 HWJ 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 GU12 HWJ?
GU12 HWJ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.