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YS52 YAU

2003 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Black Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourBlack
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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 13 (52% pass rate). It has 128,450 miles on the clock, averaging 7,468 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 YS52 YAU

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,450
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2006
52%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 13 failed

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

13

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
7,468

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading128,450 miles
Reading date
Miles last year339
Average per year7,468
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YS52 YAU 30k54k79k104k128k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,450 miles
Since last MOT+339 miles
PASS
Mileage128,111 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,111 miles
Since last MOT+663 miles
PASS
Mileage127,448 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,448 miles
Since last MOT+2,304 miles
PASS
Mileage125,144 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,128 miles
Since last MOT+1,450 miles
PASS
Mileage123,678 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,671 miles
Since last MOT+2,342 miles
PASS
Mileage121,329 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,328 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,301 miles
Since last MOT+6,164 miles
PASS
Mileage115,137 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,128 miles
Since last MOT+6,292 miles
PASS
Mileage108,836 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,830 miles
Since last MOT+7,094 miles
PASS
Mileage101,736 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,732 miles
Since last MOT+21,161 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,571 miles
Since last MOT+3,930 miles
PASS
Mileage76,641 miles
Since last MOT+196 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,445 miles
Since last MOT+14,461 miles
PASS
Mileage61,984 miles
Since last MOT+450 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,534 miles
Since last MOT+17,311 miles
PASS
Mileage44,223 miles
Since last MOT+3,639 miles
PASS
Mileage40,584 miles
Since last MOT+10,749 miles
PASS
Mileage29,835 miles
Since last MOT+55 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,780 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

RegistrationYS52 YAU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYS — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About YS52 YAU

What car is YS52 YAU?

YS52 YAU is a black Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.

What is the mileage of YS52 YAU?

The last recorded mileage for YS52 YAU was 128,450 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YS52 YAU passed its MOT?

YS52 YAU has had 27 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (14 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 15 Apr 2019.

Is YS52 YAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS52 YAU 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 YS52 YAU?

YS52 YAU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.