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SY56 VPA

2006 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Blue Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourBlue
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 2006 Renault Clio Diesel 1461cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 71,367 miles on the clock, averaging 2,199 miles per year, well 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 SY56 VPA

MOT Status
Due date passed
71,367
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2009
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
2,199

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading71,367 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,108
Average per year2,199
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY56 VPA 45k52k58k65k71k '09'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage71,367 miles
Since last MOT+1,108 miles
PASS
Mileage70,259 miles
Since last MOT+838 miles
PASS
Mileage69,421 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,421 miles
Since last MOT+1,535 miles
PASS
Mileage67,886 miles
Since last MOT+1,473 miles
PASS
Mileage66,413 miles
Since last MOT+819 miles
PASS
Mileage65,594 miles
Since last MOT+847 miles
PASS
Mileage64,747 miles
Since last MOT+2,270 miles
PASS
Mileage62,477 miles
Since last MOT+2,431 miles
PASS
Mileage60,046 miles
Since last MOT+2,401 miles
PASS
Mileage57,645 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,645 miles
Since last MOT+2,576 miles
PASS
Mileage55,069 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,069 miles
Since last MOT+3,039 miles
PASS
Mileage52,030 miles
Since last MOT+6,616 miles
PASS
Mileage45,414 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

RegistrationSY56 VPA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About SY56 VPA

What car is SY56 VPA?

SY56 VPA is an blue Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Inverness in 2006.

What is the mileage of SY56 VPA?

The last recorded mileage for SY56 VPA was 71,367 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY56 VPA passed its MOT?

SY56 VPA has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2021.

Is SY56 VPA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY56 VPA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is SY56 VPA?

SY56 VPA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.