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RF55 CYE

2005 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourBlack
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 6 (54% pass rate). It has 149,171 miles on the clock, averaging 12,967 miles per year, above 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 RF55 CYE

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,171
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2008
54%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
12,967

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 reading149,171 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,717
Average per year12,967
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF55 CYE 35k64k92k121k149k '08'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage149,171 miles
Since last MOT+11,717 miles
PASS
Mileage137,454 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,453 miles
Since last MOT+3,966 miles
FAIL
Mileage133,487 miles
Since last MOT+16,712 miles
PASS
Mileage116,775 miles
Since last MOT+15,868 miles
PASS
Mileage100,907 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,907 miles
Since last MOT+16,591 miles
PASS
Mileage84,316 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,316 miles
Since last MOT+16,751 miles
PASS
Mileage67,565 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,560 miles
Since last MOT+18,084 miles
PASS
Mileage49,476 miles
Since last MOT+14,011 miles
PASS
Mileage35,465 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

RegistrationRF55 CYE
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About RF55 CYE

What car is RF55 CYE?

RF55 CYE is an black Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.

What is the mileage of RF55 CYE?

The last recorded mileage for RF55 CYE was 149,171 miles, recorded on 26 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF55 CYE passed its MOT?

RF55 CYE has had 13 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (7 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 26 May 2017.

Is RF55 CYE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF55 CYE 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 RF55 CYE?

RF55 CYE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.