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SX52 BWJ

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Silver Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
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 2003 Renault Clio Diesel 1461cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 13 (52% pass rate). It has 116,927 miles on the clock, averaging 5,203 miles per year, 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 SX52 BWJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,927
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2005
52%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 13 failed

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

13

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
5,203

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

Below average
Latest reading116,927 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,203
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SX52 BWJ 48k65k82k100k117k '05'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,927 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,927 miles
Since last MOT+3,560 miles
PASS
Mileage113,367 miles
Since last MOT+102,001 miles
FAIL
Mileage11,366 miles
PASS
Mileage108,694 miles
Since last MOT+68 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,626 miles
Since last MOT+9,773 miles
PASS
Mileage98,853 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,853 miles
Since last MOT+8,061 miles
PASS
Mileage90,792 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,783 miles
Since last MOT+4,111 miles
PASS
Mileage86,672 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,672 miles
Since last MOT+4,645 miles
PASS
Mileage82,027 miles
Since last MOT+86 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,941 miles
Since last MOT+3,948 miles
PASS
Mileage77,993 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,992 miles
Since last MOT+2,393 miles
PASS
Mileage75,599 miles
Since last MOT+2,858 miles
PASS
Mileage72,741 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,741 miles
Since last MOT+8,661 miles
PASS
Mileage64,080 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,080 miles
Since last MOT+5,807 miles
PASS
Mileage58,273 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,264 miles
Since last MOT+5,990 miles
PASS
Mileage52,274 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,274 miles
Since last MOT+4,708 miles
PASS
Mileage47,566 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,538 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 BWJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSX — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SX52 BWJ

What car is SX52 BWJ?

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

What is the mileage of SX52 BWJ?

The last recorded mileage for SX52 BWJ was 116,927 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SX52 BWJ passed its MOT?

SX52 BWJ has had 27 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (14 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 18 Apr 2019.

Is SX52 BWJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX52 BWJ 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 BWJ?

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