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YM52 VAY

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Red Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourRed
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 2003 Renault Clio Diesel 1461cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 117,737 miles on the clock, averaging 8,696 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 YM52 VAY

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,737
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,696

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading117,737 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,507
Average per year8,696
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YM52 VAY 35k56k77k97k118k '06'15'11

Check YM52 VAY

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,737 miles
Since last MOT+7,507 miles
PASS
Mileage110,230 miles
Since last MOT+8,182 miles
PASS
Mileage102,048 miles
Since last MOT+60 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,988 miles
Since last MOT+8,953 miles
PASS
Mileage93,035 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,025 miles
Since last MOT+8,981 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,044 miles
Since last MOT+9,008 miles
PASS
Mileage75,036 miles
Since last MOT+216 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,820 miles
Since last MOT+8,566 miles
PASS
Mileage66,254 miles
Since last MOT+10,325 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,929 miles
Since last MOT+8,958 miles
PASS
Mileage46,971 miles
Since last MOT+11,659 miles
PASS
Mileage35,312 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

RegistrationYM52 VAY
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYM — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About YM52 VAY

What car is YM52 VAY?

YM52 VAY is a red Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.

What is the mileage of YM52 VAY?

The last recorded mileage for YM52 VAY was 117,737 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YM52 VAY passed its MOT?

YM52 VAY has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Jul 2015.

Is YM52 VAY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM52 VAY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is YM52 VAY?

YM52 VAY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.