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RL52 VFP

2002 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
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 2002 Renault Clio Diesel 1461cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 89,717 miles on the clock, averaging 8,629 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 VFP

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,717
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,629

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading89,717 miles
Reading date
Miles last year326
Average per year8,629
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RL52 VFP 12k32k51k70k90k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,717 miles
Since last MOT+326 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,391 miles
Since last MOT+10,151 miles
PASS
Mileage79,240 miles
Since last MOT+4,638 miles
PASS
Mileage74,602 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,602 miles
Since last MOT+5,670 miles
PASS
Mileage68,932 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,932 miles
Since last MOT+3,017 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,915 miles
Since last MOT+9,066 miles
PASS
Mileage56,849 miles
Since last MOT+12,335 miles
PASS
Mileage44,514 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,501 miles
Since last MOT+12,735 miles
PASS
Mileage31,766 miles
Since last MOT+15,040 miles
PASS
Mileage16,726 miles
Since last MOT+4,457 miles
PASS
Mileage12,269 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 VFP
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRL — Reading, Reading
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About RL52 VFP

What car is RL52 VFP?

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

What is the mileage of RL52 VFP?

The last recorded mileage for RL52 VFP was 89,717 miles, recorded on 28 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RL52 VFP passed its MOT?

RL52 VFP has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Aug 2015.

Is RL52 VFP ULEZ compliant?

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

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