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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 2008 Renault Clio Petrol 1461cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 156,134 miles on the clock, averaging 20,738 miles per year, above 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 HW08 ELJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 156,134 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 20,738 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | HW08 ELJ |
| Make | Renault |
| Model | Clio |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1461cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About HW08 ELJ
What car is HW08 ELJ?
HW08 ELJ is an blue Renault Clio, petrol (1461cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HW08 ELJ?
The last recorded mileage for HW08 ELJ was 156,134 miles, recorded on 4 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW08 ELJ passed its MOT?
HW08 ELJ has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 May 2017.
Is HW08 ELJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW08 ELJ 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 HW08 ELJ?
HW08 ELJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.