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RF02 LJA

2002 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). The 1.5 dCi engine is known for crankshaft connecting rod bearings (main/rod bearings).

MOT & Mileage History for RF02 LJA

MOT Status
Due date passed
N/A
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
10,009

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading131,258 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,212
Average per year10,009
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RF02 LJA 71k86k101k116k131k '06'12'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
PASS
Mileage131,258 miles
Since last MOT+11,212 miles
PASS
Mileage120,046 miles
Since last MOT+638 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,408 miles
Since last MOT+7,527 miles
PASS
Mileage111,881 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,875 miles
Since last MOT+10,264 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,611 miles
Since last MOT+8,021 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,590 miles
Since last MOT+11,383 miles
PASS
Mileage82,207 miles
Since last MOT+11,455 miles
PASS
Mileage70,752 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

RegistrationRF02 LJA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RF02 LJA

What car is RF02 LJA?

RF02 LJA is an blue Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

Has RF02 LJA passed its MOT?

RF02 LJA has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 May 2013.

Is RF02 LJA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF02 LJA 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 RF02 LJA?

RF02 LJA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.