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YT56 VAJ

2006 Renault Clio · Diesel · 1461cc

Blue Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 161,480 miles on the clock, averaging 10,419 miles per year, above 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 YT56 VAJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
161,480
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2009
59%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
10,419

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading161,480 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,987
Average per year10,419
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YT56 VAJ 26k60k94k128k161k '09'22'17

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage161,480 miles
Since last MOT+10,987 miles
PASS
Mileage150,493 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage150,493 miles
Since last MOT+10,507 miles
PASS
Mileage139,986 miles
Since last MOT+51 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,935 miles
Since last MOT+9,037 miles
PASS
Mileage130,898 miles
Since last MOT+52 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,846 miles
Since last MOT+10,550 miles
PASS
Mileage120,296 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,296 miles
Since last MOT+12,085 miles
PASS
Mileage108,211 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,175 miles
Since last MOT+9,868 miles
PASS
Mileage98,307 miles
Since last MOT+9,718 miles
PASS
Mileage88,589 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,567 miles
Since last MOT+9,001 miles
PASS
Mileage79,566 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,566 miles
Since last MOT+6,300 miles
PASS
Mileage73,266 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,266 miles
Since last MOT+4,900 miles
PASS
Mileage68,366 miles
Since last MOT+12,373 miles
PASS
Mileage55,993 miles
Since last MOT+13,483 miles
PASS
Mileage42,510 miles
Since last MOT+16,869 miles
PASS
Mileage25,641 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

RegistrationYT56 VAJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeYT — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About YT56 VAJ

What car is YT56 VAJ?

YT56 VAJ is a blue Renault Clio, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.

What is the mileage of YT56 VAJ?

The last recorded mileage for YT56 VAJ was 161,480 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YT56 VAJ passed its MOT?

YT56 VAJ has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 5 Oct 2022.

Is YT56 VAJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YT56 VAJ 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 YT56 VAJ?

YT56 VAJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.