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SO05 VUX

2005 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2005
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 2005 Renault Clio Diesel 1461cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 63,647 miles on the clock, averaging 3,206 miles per year, well below 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 SO05 VUX

MOT Status
Due date passed
63,647
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2008
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
3,206

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading63,647 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,206
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SO05 VUX 17k29k40k52k64k '08'23'14

Check SO05 VUX

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage63,647 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,647 miles
Since last MOT+7,087 miles
PASS
Mileage56,560 miles
Since last MOT+6,198 miles
PASS
Mileage50,362 miles
Since last MOT+1,628 miles
PASS
Mileage48,734 miles
Since last MOT+1,650 miles
PASS
Mileage47,084 miles
Since last MOT+1,005 miles
PASS
Mileage46,079 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,079 miles
Since last MOT+2,331 miles
PASS
Mileage43,748 miles
Since last MOT+2,871 miles
PASS
Mileage40,877 miles
Since last MOT+3,296 miles
PASS
Mileage37,581 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,581 miles
Since last MOT+3,594 miles
PASS
Mileage33,987 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,987 miles
Since last MOT+3,926 miles
PASS
Mileage30,061 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,061 miles
Since last MOT+4,761 miles
PASS
Mileage25,300 miles
Since last MOT+3,655 miles
FAIL
Mileage21,645 miles
Since last MOT+4,300 miles
PASS
Mileage17,345 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

RegistrationSO05 VUX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSO — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About SO05 VUX

What car is SO05 VUX?

SO05 VUX is an silver Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.

What is the mileage of SO05 VUX?

The last recorded mileage for SO05 VUX was 63,647 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SO05 VUX passed its MOT?

SO05 VUX has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2023.

Is SO05 VUX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO05 VUX 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 SO05 VUX?

SO05 VUX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.