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RE05 ECX

2005 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 155,749 miles on the clock, averaging 6,296 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 RE05 ECX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
155,749
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2008
75%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
6,296

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

Below average
Latest reading155,749 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,487
Average per year6,296
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RE05 ECX 42k71k99k127k156k '08'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage155,749 miles
Since last MOT+2,487 miles
PASS
Mileage153,262 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage153,262 miles
Since last MOT+2,905 miles
PASS
Mileage150,357 miles
Since last MOT+3,764 miles
PASS
Mileage146,593 miles
Since last MOT+2,687 miles
PASS
Mileage143,906 miles
Since last MOT+2,559 miles
PASS
Mileage141,347 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage141,347 miles
Since last MOT+3,297 miles
PASS
Mileage138,050 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,050 miles
Since last MOT+6,237 miles
PASS
Mileage131,813 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,813 miles
Since last MOT+8,410 miles
PASS
Mileage123,403 miles
Since last MOT+9,500 miles
PASS
Mileage113,903 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,903 miles
Since last MOT+11,434 miles
PASS
Mileage102,469 miles
Since last MOT+7,613 miles
PASS
Mileage94,856 miles
Since last MOT+8,291 miles
PASS
Mileage86,565 miles
Since last MOT+9,328 miles
PASS
Mileage77,237 miles
Since last MOT+8,161 miles
PASS
Mileage69,076 miles
Since last MOT+4,802 miles
PASS
Mileage64,274 miles
Since last MOT+8,561 miles
PASS
Mileage55,713 miles
Since last MOT+9,043 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,670 miles
Since last MOT+4,400 miles
PASS
Mileage42,270 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

RegistrationRE05 ECX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeRE — Reading, Reading
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About RE05 ECX

What car is RE05 ECX?

RE05 ECX is an red Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.

What is the mileage of RE05 ECX?

The last recorded mileage for RE05 ECX was 155,749 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RE05 ECX passed its MOT?

RE05 ECX has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 Mar 2026.

Is RE05 ECX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE05 ECX 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 RE05 ECX?

RE05 ECX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.