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 1149cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 59,933 miles on the clock, averaging 3,638 miles per year, well 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 SY12 VEF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 59,933 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,638 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | SY12 VEF |
| Make | Renault |
| Model | Clio |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1149cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SY12 VEF
What car is SY12 VEF?
SY12 VEF is an beige Renault Clio, petrol (1149cc). First registered in Inverness in 2012.
What is the mileage of SY12 VEF?
The last recorded mileage for SY12 VEF was 59,933 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY12 VEF passed its MOT?
SY12 VEF has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2025.
Is SY12 VEF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY12 VEF 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 SY12 VEF?
SY12 VEF is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.