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SY05 VJU

2005 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Silver Registered in Inverness, 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 154,094 miles on the clock, averaging 8,825 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 SY05 VJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
154,094
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2008
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,825

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading154,094 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,134
Average per year8,825
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY05 VJU 43k71k99k126k154k '08'20'15

Check SY05 VJU

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage154,094 miles
Since last MOT+13,134 miles
PASS
Mileage140,960 miles
Since last MOT+754 miles
PASS
Mileage140,206 miles
Since last MOT+9,095 miles
PASS
Mileage131,111 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,111 miles
Since last MOT+11,364 miles
PASS
Mileage119,747 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,747 miles
Since last MOT+12,966 miles
PASS
Mileage106,781 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,781 miles
Since last MOT+3,322 miles
PASS
Mileage103,459 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,459 miles
Since last MOT+3,812 miles
PASS
Mileage99,647 miles
Since last MOT+3,513 miles
PASS
Mileage96,134 miles
Since last MOT+4,020 miles
PASS
Mileage92,114 miles
Since last MOT+18,533 miles
PASS
Mileage73,581 miles
Since last MOT+14,554 miles
PASS
Mileage59,027 miles
Since last MOT+15,669 miles
PASS
Mileage43,358 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

RegistrationSY05 VJU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About SY05 VJU

What car is SY05 VJU?

SY05 VJU is an silver Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Inverness in 2005.

What is the mileage of SY05 VJU?

The last recorded mileage for SY05 VJU was 154,094 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY05 VJU passed its MOT?

SY05 VJU has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2020.

Is SY05 VJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY05 VJU 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 SY05 VJU?

SY05 VJU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.