Vehicle summary
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 2012 Renault Clio Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 95,048 miles on the clock, averaging 5,005 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Renault Clio issues include electric window regulators (all variants) and brake light switch (all variants).
MOT & Mileage History for SM61 HVJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 95,048 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,704 |
| Average per year | 5,005 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Renault Clio
These are the most commonly reported problems on Renault Clio models (2005–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Electric window regulators (all variants)
· Typical repair: £50-150 per door (DIY washers or new regulator; indy garage).
Brake light switch (all variants)
· Typical repair: £20-60 (simple swap under dash).
Front suspension strut bushes (all variants)
· Typical repair: £150-300 per side (bushes + alignment).
Alternator pulley (all variants)
· Typical repair: £100-250 (pulley) or £300-500 (full alternator).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM61 HVJ |
| Make | Renault |
| Model | Clio |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About SM61 HVJ
What car is SM61 HVJ?
SM61 HVJ is an beige Renault Clio, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.
What is the mileage of SM61 HVJ?
The last recorded mileage for SM61 HVJ was 95,048 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM61 HVJ passed its MOT?
SM61 HVJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2025.
Is SM61 HVJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM61 HVJ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SM61 HVJ?
SM61 HVJ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.