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SY52 LWU

2002 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Yellow Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourYellow
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 2002 Renault Clio Diesel 1461cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 92,516 miles on the clock, averaging 8,589 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 SY52 LWU

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,516
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,589

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 reading92,516 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,690
Average per year8,589
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SY52 LWU 30k46k61k77k93k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage92,516 miles
Since last MOT+12,690 miles
PASS
Mileage79,826 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,826 miles
Since last MOT+7,276 miles
PASS
Mileage72,550 miles
Since last MOT+300 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,250 miles
Since last MOT+7,006 miles
PASS
Mileage65,244 miles
Since last MOT+11,793 miles
PASS
Mileage53,451 miles
Since last MOT+373 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,078 miles
Since last MOT+11,081 miles
PASS
Mileage41,997 miles
Since last MOT+4,885 miles
PASS
Mileage37,112 miles
Since last MOT+7,053 miles
PASS
Mileage30,059 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,059 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

RegistrationSY52 LWU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SY52 LWU

What car is SY52 LWU?

SY52 LWU is an yellow Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Inverness in 2002.

What is the mileage of SY52 LWU?

The last recorded mileage for SY52 LWU was 92,516 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY52 LWU passed its MOT?

SY52 LWU has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2014.

Is SY52 LWU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY52 LWU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is SY52 LWU?

SY52 LWU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.