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RL52 UNY

2002 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourSilver
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 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 135,464 miles on the clock, averaging 8,418 miles per year, around 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 RL52 UNY

MOT Status
Due date passed
135,464
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
8,418

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading135,464 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year8,418
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RL52 UNY 41k65k88k112k135k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage135,464 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,462 miles
Since last MOT+5,257 miles
PASS
Mileage130,205 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,204 miles
Since last MOT+10,365 miles
PASS
Mileage119,839 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,839 miles
Since last MOT+1,928 miles
PASS
Mileage117,911 miles
Since last MOT+1,568 miles
PASS
Mileage116,343 miles
Since last MOT+6,468 miles
PASS
Mileage109,875 miles
Since last MOT+136 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,739 miles
Since last MOT+9,063 miles
PASS
Mileage100,676 miles
Since last MOT+197 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,479 miles
Since last MOT+13,921 miles
PASS
Mileage86,558 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,546 miles
Since last MOT+15,619 miles
PASS
Mileage70,927 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,927 miles
Since last MOT+9,029 miles
PASS
Mileage61,898 miles
Since last MOT+6,268 miles
PASS
Mileage55,630 miles
Since last MOT+14,211 miles
PASS
Mileage41,419 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,406 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

RegistrationRL52 UNY
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRL — Reading, Reading
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About RL52 UNY

What car is RL52 UNY?

RL52 UNY is an silver Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RL52 UNY?

The last recorded mileage for RL52 UNY was 135,464 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RL52 UNY passed its MOT?

RL52 UNY has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2018.

Is RL52 UNY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL52 UNY 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 RL52 UNY?

RL52 UNY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.