2007 Renault Clio 1.4L Petrol · BJ07 AEW

The vehicle shows a history of reactive maintenance where faults are addressed only when they cause an MOT failure. The most recent test on 29 October 2024 at 77,248 miles resulted in a pass following a failure just five days prior. That failure highlighted critical safety issues, including a seriously weakened offside front brake disc and a dangerously worn pad, alongside multiple suspension failures such as a worn offside front upper Macpherson strut pin, suspension arm ball joint, and lower anti-roll bar ball joint. While these were rectified to allow the subsequent pass, the recurring nature of suspension and brake wear suggests that components are reaching their terminal limit despite the low mileage. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 77,248 miles is significantly below the national average, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. This low usage pattern often leads to the degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear. The record supports this, with the 2024 advisories noting a nearside rear tyre cracking and perishing, and the 2022 failure involving two fractured coil springs. The car has likely sat for extended periods, which is consistent with the perishing of tyres and the pitting observed on brake discs during the 2022 and 2023 tests. The mechanical trend indicates a consistent struggle with basic upkeep and suspension integrity. The nearside front tyre has been flagged as worn to the legal limit in almost every test since 2021, suggesting a lack of proactive tyre replacement. Furthermore, the repeated issues with the parking brake travel and failed bulbs indicate that the vehicle is only serviced when the annual inspection reveals that items have been neglected. A buyer should thoroughly inspect the structural integrity for corrosion, given the age, and verify that the suspension bushes and joints have been recently replaced, as these are recurring points of failure for this model.