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SX52 APO

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Black Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
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 2003 Renault Clio Diesel 1461cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 142,723 miles on the clock, averaging 8,968 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 SX52 APO

MOT Status
Due date passed
142,723
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,968

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 reading142,723 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,092
Average per year8,968
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SX52 APO 51k74k97k120k143k '06'16'09

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage142,723 miles
Since last MOT+12,092 miles
PASS
Mileage130,631 miles
Since last MOT+5,026 miles
PASS
Mileage125,605 miles
Since last MOT+6,379 miles
PASS
Mileage119,226 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,226 miles
Since last MOT+6,886 miles
PASS
Mileage112,340 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,323 miles
Since last MOT+7,080 miles
PASS
Mileage105,243 miles
Since last MOT+7,233 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,010 miles
Since last MOT+10,738 miles
PASS
Mileage87,272 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,271 miles
Since last MOT+48 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,223 miles
Since last MOT+14,991 miles
PASS
Mileage72,232 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,232 miles
Since last MOT+12,646 miles
PASS
Mileage59,586 miles
Since last MOT+618 miles
PASS
Mileage58,968 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,968 miles
Since last MOT+7,929 miles
PASS
Mileage51,039 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,038 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

RegistrationSX52 APO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSX — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SX52 APO

What car is SX52 APO?

SX52 APO is an black Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.

What is the mileage of SX52 APO?

The last recorded mileage for SX52 APO was 142,723 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SX52 APO passed its MOT?

SX52 APO has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 18 Apr 2016.

Is SX52 APO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX52 APO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is SX52 APO?

SX52 APO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.