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ML52 WZS

2002 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Silver Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourSilver
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 129,014 miles on the clock, averaging 4,586 miles per year, well 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 ML52 WZS

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,014
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
4,586

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading129,014 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,024
Average per year4,586
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ML52 WZS 78k91k104k116k129k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,014 miles
Since last MOT+3,024 miles
PASS
Mileage125,990 miles
Since last MOT+213 miles
PASS
Mileage125,777 miles
Since last MOT+1,071 miles
PASS
Mileage124,706 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,706 miles
Since last MOT+2,117 miles
PASS
Mileage122,589 miles
Since last MOT+7,780 miles
PASS
Mileage114,809 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,795 miles
Since last MOT+3,541 miles
PASS
Mileage111,254 miles
Since last MOT+8,298 miles
PASS
Mileage102,956 miles
Since last MOT+193 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,763 miles
Since last MOT+5,310 miles
PASS
Mileage97,453 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,419 miles
Since last MOT+6,209 miles
PASS
Mileage91,210 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,208 miles
Since last MOT+6,895 miles
PASS
Mileage84,313 miles
Since last MOT+5,919 miles
PASS
Mileage78,394 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,384 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

RegistrationML52 WZS
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About ML52 WZS

What car is ML52 WZS?

ML52 WZS is an silver Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of ML52 WZS?

The last recorded mileage for ML52 WZS was 129,014 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ML52 WZS passed its MOT?

ML52 WZS has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2017.

Is ML52 WZS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML52 WZS 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 ML52 WZS?

ML52 WZS is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.