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ML52 XBR

2002 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourBlue
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 48,403 miles on the clock, averaging 2,599 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 XBR

MOT Status
Due date passed
48,403
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2005
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
2,599

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading48,403 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9
Average per year2,599
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ML52 XBR 14k23k31k40k48k '05'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage48,403 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,394 miles
Since last MOT+741 miles
PASS
Mileage47,653 miles
Since last MOT+1,214 miles
PASS
Mileage46,439 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,439 miles
Since last MOT+1,679 miles
PASS
Mileage44,760 miles
Since last MOT+1,440 miles
PASS
Mileage43,320 miles
Since last MOT+1,684 miles
PASS
Mileage41,636 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,636 miles
Since last MOT+1,954 miles
PASS
Mileage39,682 miles
Since last MOT+2,053 miles
PASS
Mileage37,629 miles
Since last MOT+1,995 miles
PASS
Mileage35,634 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,634 miles
Since last MOT+2,191 miles
PASS
Mileage33,443 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,443 miles
Since last MOT+3,340 miles
PASS
Mileage30,103 miles
Since last MOT+4,398 miles
PASS
Mileage25,705 miles
Since last MOT+77 miles
FAIL
Mileage25,628 miles
Since last MOT+5,130 miles
PASS
Mileage20,498 miles
Since last MOT+6,087 miles
PASS
Mileage14,411 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 XBR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
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 XBR

What car is ML52 XBR?

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

What is the mileage of ML52 XBR?

The last recorded mileage for ML52 XBR was 48,403 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ML52 XBR passed its MOT?

ML52 XBR has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2018.

Is ML52 XBR ULEZ compliant?

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

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