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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 81,439 miles on the clock, averaging 6,680 miles per year, 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 XFA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 81,439 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,532 |
| Average per year | 6,680 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 XFA |
| Make | Renault |
| Model | Clio |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XFA
What car is SY12 XFA?
SY12 XFA is an silver Renault Clio, petrol (1149cc). First registered in Inverness in 2012.
What is the mileage of SY12 XFA?
The last recorded mileage for SY12 XFA was 81,439 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY12 XFA passed its MOT?
SY12 XFA has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2026.
Is SY12 XFA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY12 XFA 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 XFA?
SY12 XFA is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.