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RL51 BUH

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 131,999 miles on the clock, averaging 11,456 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 RL51 BUH

MOT Status
Due date passed
131,999
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
11,456

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 reading131,999 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,456
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RL51 BUH 49k70k91k111k132k '06'13'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage131,999 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,999 miles
Since last MOT+10,057 miles
PASS
Mileage121,942 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,940 miles
Since last MOT+5,556 miles
PASS
Mileage116,384 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,384 miles
Since last MOT+10,436 miles
PASS
Mileage105,948 miles
Since last MOT+11,324 miles
PASS
Mileage94,624 miles
Since last MOT+13,187 miles
PASS
Mileage81,437 miles
Since last MOT+18,358 miles
PASS
Mileage63,079 miles
Since last MOT+13,790 miles
PASS
Mileage49,289 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

RegistrationRL51 BUH
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRL — Reading, Reading
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About RL51 BUH

What car is RL51 BUH?

RL51 BUH is an blue Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RL51 BUH?

The last recorded mileage for RL51 BUH was 131,999 miles, recorded on 7 May 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RL51 BUH passed its MOT?

RL51 BUH has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2013.

Is RL51 BUH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL51 BUH 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 RL51 BUH?

RL51 BUH is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.